Ref. #2B526A · 1152-7
Shimmering Sea
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Shimmering Sea Technical Profile
What color is Shimmering Sea? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #2B526A. Colors similar to Shimmering Sea include Vista Paint Teal Shadow, Behr Midnight In The Tropics, Behr Blue Spell. Shimmering Sea has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Shimmering Sea 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 Shimmering Sea
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Teal Shadow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Midnight In The Tropics
Behr
Nearly identical
Endless Sea
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Boisterous Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Deep Ocean
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Queen Of The Night
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Summer Nights
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Road House Blues
MPC
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shimmering Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shimmering Sea
#2B526A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4B517D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shimmering Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shimmering 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 Shimmering 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.
Shimmering Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shimmering Sea have?
Shimmering Sea by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Shimmering Sea from other brands?
The closest matches are Teal Shadow by Vista Paint (#21526C), Midnight In The Tropics by Behr (#2C5469), Blue Spell by Behr (#245673). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Shimmering Sea?
Shimmering Sea has an LRV of 7.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
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