Ocean Blue 5020 is a blue paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #1D334A, LRV 3 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wishing on a Star from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #1D334A · 5020
Ocean Blue
3%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ocean Blue Technical Profile
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Ocean Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ocean Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALOcean Blue
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyWishing on a Star
Wishing on a Star
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Blazer Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Midnight Dream
Behr
Very similar
In the Navy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
North Sea
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Nightfall
Valspar
Very similar
Star-Studded
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Dark & Stormy
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Fountain Pen
Kilz
Visible difference
Annapolis Blue
PPG
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ocean Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ocean Blue
#1D334A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#393961
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ocean Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ocean Blue 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 RAL Colors
Other RAL colors close to Ocean Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ocean Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ocean Blue have?
Ocean Blue by RAL has a neutral 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 Ocean Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ocean Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ocean Blue are Wishing on a Star by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Blazer Blue by Vista Paint (a very close match), Midnight Dream by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Ocean Blue'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 Ocean Blue?
Ocean Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 3.1, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ocean Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.