North Sea 1239-6 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #1D78AB, LRV 17 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Macaw from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #1D78AB · 1239-6
North Sea
17%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
North Sea Technical Profile
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North Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to North Sea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGNorth Sea
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBlue Macaw
Blue Macaw
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sojourn Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Americana
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Making Waves
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Danube
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Aspiration
Kilz
Nearly identical
Biloxi Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Biloxi Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cosmic Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Sky Blue
RAL
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With North Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
North Sea
#1D78AB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4857B3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for North Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
North 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to North 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.
North Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does North Sea have?
North Sea by PPG 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 North Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match North Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to North Sea are Blue Macaw by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sojourn Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Americana by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting North Sea'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 North Sea?
North Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why North Sea's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.