Ref. #1A9597 · 1234-6
Sea Fantasy
24%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sea Fantasy Technical Profile
What color is Sea Fantasy? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #1A9597. Colors similar to Sea Fantasy include Sherwin-Williams Splashy, Valspar Cool Rain, Behr Island Dream. Sea Fantasy has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Sea Fantasy 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 Sea Fantasy
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sea Fantasy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sea Fantasy
#1A9597
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4270A2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sea Fantasy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sea Fantasy 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 Sea Fantasy.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sea Fantasy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sea Fantasy have?
Sea Fantasy by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Sea Fantasy from other brands?
The closest matches are Splashy by Sherwin-Williams (#019196), Cool Rain by Valspar (#099BA1), Island Dream by Behr (#0099A1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sea Fantasy?
Sea Fantasy has an LRV of 23.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sea Fantasy's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.