Sky Blue D-6742 is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #7AC2D8, LRV 48 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Graceful Sea from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7AC2D8 · D-6742
Sky Blue
48%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sky Blue Technical Profile
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Sky Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sky Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoySky Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGraceful Sea
Graceful Sea
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fiesta Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Skyway
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Winter Chime
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mountain Creek
Kilz
Nearly identical
Chilly Blue
Behr
Very similar
Surfin'
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lasting Thoughts
Hirshfield's
Very similar
By the Sea
PPG
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sky Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sky Blue
#7AC2D8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7889BA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sky Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sky Blue 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
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Sky Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sky Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sky Blue have?
Sky Blue by Dutch Boy has a cool (blue) 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 Sky Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sky Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sky Blue are Graceful Sea by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fiesta Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Skyway by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sky Blue'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 Sky Blue?
Sky Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sky Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.