Blue Beyond 6961 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #91B8D9 and LRV 45. Its closest cross-brand match is Cloudberry from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #91B8D9 · 6961
Blue Beyond
45%LRV Value
Blue Beyond Technical Profile
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Blue Beyond in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Beyond in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsBlue Beyond
Nearly identical
BehrCloudberry
Cloudberry
Behr
Nearly identical
High Seas
Valspar
Nearly identical
Viva La Bleu
PPG
Nearly identical
Provencal Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Washed Away
Kilz
Very similar
Gaugin’s Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Calm Tint
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Bayou
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
January Frost
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Beyond
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
Pure 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
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 Blue Beyond.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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 near-identical match), River Valley by Behr (a near-identical match), High Seas by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Blue Beyond depends on the room. Here's how to choose.