Ref. #88BFE7 · 638
Watery Sea
48%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Watery Sea Technical Profile
What color is Watery Sea? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #88BFE7. Colors similar to Watery Sea include Vista Paint Watery Sea, Vista Paint Blue Sky, Dunn-Edwards Astral. Watery Sea has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 48 gives Watery Sea depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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 Watery Sea
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Watery Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Watery Sea
#88BFE7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7077C2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Watery Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Watery Sea 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 Watery Sea.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Watery Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Watery Sea have?
Watery Sea by Hirshfield's has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Watery Sea from other brands?
The closest matches are Watery Sea by Vista Paint (#89BEE5), Blue Sky by Vista Paint (#8EC1E9), Astral by Dunn-Edwards (#8EC2E7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Watery Sea?
Watery Sea has an LRV of 48.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Watery Sea's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.