Ref. #78A7C3 · 1158-4
Serene Sea
36%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Serene Sea Technical Profile
What color is Serene Sea? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #78A7C3. Colors similar to Serene Sea include Benjamin Moore San Francisco Bay, Valspar Soft Skies, Benjamin Moore Lafayette Blue. Serene Sea has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 36 gives Serene 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 Serene Sea
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Serene Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Serene Sea
#78A7C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8187B1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Serene Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Serene 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 Serene 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.
Serene Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Serene Sea have?
Serene Sea by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Serene Sea from other brands?
The closest matches are San Francisco Bay by Benjamin Moore (#7AA8C6), Soft Skies by Valspar (#80ABC3), Lafayette Blue by Benjamin Moore (#6DA7C5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Serene Sea?
Serene Sea has an LRV of 35.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Serene Sea's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.