Sapphire Waters 139-6DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #4771A1, LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lupine from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4771A1 · 139-6DB
Sapphire Waters
16%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sapphire Waters Technical Profile
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Sapphire Waters in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sapphire Waters in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoySapphire Waters
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsLupine
Lupine
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cobalt Flame
Behr
Nearly identical
Nile Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Postwar Boom
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Azurite
Kilz
Very similar
Burbling Brook
Valspar
Very similar
Wright Bluebird
PPG
Very similar
Honky Tonk Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Capri Isle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sky Blue
RAL
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sapphire Waters
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sapphire Waters
#4771A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7573A8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sapphire Waters
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sapphire Waters Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sapphire Waters — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sapphire Waters have?
Sapphire Waters by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sapphire Waters in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sapphire Waters from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sapphire Waters are Lupine by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Cobalt Flame by Behr (a near-identical match), Nile Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sapphire Waters's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Sapphire Waters?
Sapphire Waters has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sapphire Waters's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.