Superhero 237-6DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #6997B3, estimated LRV 28 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rushing Rapids from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #6997B3 · 237-6DB
Superhero
28%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Superhero Technical Profile
HEX Code#6997B3
RGB105, 151, 179
Estimated LRV28.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandDutch Boy
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Rushing Rapids
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#5E97B5
Close digital match
Seaside Retreat
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#6F9CB5
Close digital match
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#6F95AA
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#6591A8
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#6BA0C0
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#5495B5
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Colors That Work With Superhero
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Superhero
#6997B3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Superhero
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Superhero 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
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Superhero — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Superhero have?
Superhero by Dutch Boy has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Superhero from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Superhero are Rushing Rapids by Valspar (a close digital match), Seaside Retreat by Kilz (a close digital match), Blue Jay by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Superhero'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 Superhero?
Superhero has a estimated lightness value of 28.4, 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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