Adriatic Sea 6790 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #016081, LRV 10 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chintz from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #016081 · 6790
Adriatic Sea
10%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Adriatic Sea Technical Profile
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Adriatic Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Adriatic Sea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAdriatic Sea
Nearly identical
ValsparChintz
Chintz
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blue Edge
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Velvet
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sea of Midnight
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Job's Tears
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ribbon Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bermuda Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Flame
PPG
Very similar
Harborside
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Adriatic Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Adriatic Sea
#016081
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#253F90
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Adriatic Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Adriatic 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Adriatic Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Adriatic Sea have?
Adriatic Sea by Sherwin-Williams 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 Adriatic Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Adriatic Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Adriatic Sea are Chintz by Valspar (a near-identical match), Blue Edge by Behr (a near-identical match), Blue Velvet by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Adriatic 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 Adriatic Sea?
Adriatic Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.0, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Adriatic Sea's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.