Azure Tide 9684 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #436585, LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Durango Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #436585 · 9684
Azure Tide
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Azure Tide in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Azure Tide in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAzure Tide
Nearly identical
BehrDurango Blue
Durango Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Egyptian Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hondy Tonk Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Honky Tonk Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Blue Depths
Kilz
Very similar
Chinese Porcelain
PPG
Very similar
Distant Blue
RAL
Very similar
Rainy Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Star Gazing
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Old Glory
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Azure Tide
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Azure Tide
#436585
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#646597
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Azure Tide
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Azure Tide 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 Azure Tide.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Azure Tide — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Azure Tide have?
Azure Tide by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Azure Tide in your own space before committing.
What colors match Azure Tide from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Azure Tide are Durango Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Egyptian Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Hondy Tonk Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Azure Tide'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 Azure Tide?
Azure Tide has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.2, 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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Related Reading
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 Azure Tide's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.