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Cape Cod Bay
15%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Cape Cod Bay Technical Profile
What color is Cape Cod Bay? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #557080. Colors similar to Cape Cod Bay include Kilz Iron Medallion, Vista Paint Cape Cod Bay, Benjamin Moore Georgian Bay. Cape Cod Bay has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Cape Cod Bay creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Cape Cod Bay
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cape Cod Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cape Cod Bay
#557080
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6B729D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cape Cod Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cape Cod Bay 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Cape Cod Bay.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cape Cod Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cape Cod Bay have?
Cape Cod Bay by Hirshfield's has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Cape Cod Bay from other brands?
The closest matches are Iron Medallion by Kilz (#537181), Cape Cod Bay by Vista Paint (#556E7F), Georgian Bay by Benjamin Moore (#547385). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cape Cod Bay?
Cape Cod Bay has an LRV of 15.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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