Blue Grotto 2941 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #014E71 and estimated LRV 7. Its closest cross-brand match is Ocean Spray from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #014E71 · 2941
Blue Grotto
7%Estimated LRV
Blue Grotto Technical Profile
HEX Code#014E71
RGB1, 78, 113
Estimated LRV6.6
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Color Familyblue
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Blue Grotto
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Grotto
#014E71
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#223483
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Grotto
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Grotto 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
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Blue Grotto — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Blue Grotto from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Grotto are Ocean Spray by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Quiet Storm by Behr (a close digital match), Ocean Spray by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Grotto'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 Grotto?
Blue Grotto has a estimated lightness value of 6.6, 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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