Ref. #9DCAD9 · TB-55
Hawaiian Ocean
54%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Hawaiian Ocean Technical Profile
What color is Hawaiian Ocean? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #9DCAD9. Colors similar to Hawaiian Ocean include Valspar Skyward, Valspar Neptune's Castle, Behr Russian Blue. Hawaiian Ocean has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 54, Hawaiian Ocean sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Hawaiian Ocean
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hawaiian Ocean
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hawaiian Ocean
#9DCAD9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E8BB4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hawaiian Ocean
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hawaiian Ocean 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Hawaiian Ocean.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hawaiian Ocean — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hawaiian Ocean have?
Hawaiian Ocean by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Hawaiian Ocean from other brands?
The closest matches are Skyward by Valspar (#9ECBDA), Neptune's Castle by Valspar (#A2C9D6), Russian Blue by Behr (#97C3D0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Hawaiian Ocean?
Hawaiian Ocean has an LRV of 54.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hawaiian Ocean's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.