Anchors Aweigh 9179 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #2B3441, LRV 3 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sorcerer from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2B3441 · 9179
Anchors Aweigh
3%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Anchors Aweigh Technical Profile
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Anchors Aweigh in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Anchors Aweigh in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAnchors Aweigh
Nearly identical
BehrSorcerer
Sorcerer
Behr
Nearly identical
Grandeur Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
In the Navy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Deep Royal
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Granite Grey
RAL
Very similar
Dark & Stormy
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Octavius
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Nightfall
Valspar
Visible difference
Napoleon
PPG
Visible difference
Night Magic
Kilz
Visible difference
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Anchors Aweigh
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Anchors Aweigh
#2B3441
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#42405F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Anchors Aweigh
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Anchors Aweigh 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
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Anchors Aweigh.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Anchors Aweigh — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Anchors Aweigh have?
Anchors Aweigh by Sherwin-Williams 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 Anchors Aweigh in your own space before committing.
What colors match Anchors Aweigh from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Anchors Aweigh are Sorcerer by Behr (a near-identical match), Grandeur Blue by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Catwalk by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Anchors Aweigh'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 Anchors Aweigh?
Anchors Aweigh has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 3.4, 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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