Ref. #4C7D7E · MP15263
Acqua Di Mare
18%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Acqua Di Mare Technical Profile
What color is Acqua Di Mare? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #4C7D7E. Colors similar to Acqua Di Mare include PPG Lucky Shamrock, Farrow & Ball Vardo, Benjamin Moore Pacific Rim. Acqua Di Mare has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Acqua Di Mare 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 Acqua Di Mare
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Acqua Di Mare
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Acqua Di Mare
#4C7D7E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#657D98
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Acqua Di Mare
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Acqua Di Mare 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Acqua Di Mare.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Acqua Di Mare — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Acqua Di Mare have?
Acqua Di Mare by MPC has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Acqua Di Mare from other brands?
The closest matches are Lucky Shamrock by PPG (#487A7B), Vardo by Farrow & Ball (#427E83), Pacific Rim by Benjamin Moore (#527C78). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Acqua Di Mare?
Acqua Di Mare has an LRV of 17.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Acqua Di Mare's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.