Blue Beyond 6961 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #91B8D9 and estimated LRV 45. Its closest cross-brand match is Cloudberry from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #91B8D9 · 6961
Blue Beyond
45%Estimated LRV
Blue Beyond Technical Profile
HEX Code#91B8D9
RGB145, 184, 217
Estimated LRV45.3
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Color Familyblue
BrandSherwin-Williams
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#94B6D7
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#93B3D1
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Colors That Work With Blue Beyond
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Beyond
#91B8D9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B7EB7
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Beyond
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Beyond Room Palettes
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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
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Blue Beyond — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Blue Beyond from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Beyond are Cloudberry by Behr (a close digital match), River Valley by Behr (a close digital match), High Seas by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Beyond'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 Blue Beyond?
Blue Beyond has a estimated lightness value of 45.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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