Superhero 237-6DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #6997B3, 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.
Ref. #6997B3 · 237-6DB
Superhero
28%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Superhero Technical Profile
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Superhero in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Superhero in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoySuperhero
Nearly identical
ValsparRushing Rapids
Rushing Rapids
Valspar
Nearly identical
Seaside Retreat
Kilz
Nearly identical
Blue Jay
PPG
Very similar
Thundercloud
Behr
Very similar
Lake Lucerne
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blue Cruise
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sea of Atlantis
Vista Paint
Very similar
Poolside
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sea of Atlantis
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Superhero
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
Pure 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Superhero.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Superhero in your own space before committing.
What colors match Superhero from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Superhero are Rushing Rapids by Valspar (a near-identical match), Seaside Retreat by Kilz (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
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 Superhero's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.