Blue Grotto 2941 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #014E71 and LRV 7. Its closest cross-brand match is Ocean Spray from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #014E71 · 2941
Blue Grotto
7%LRV Value
Blue Grotto Technical Profile
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Blue Grotto in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Grotto 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 Grotto
Nearly identical
Vista PaintOcean Spray
Ocean Spray
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Quiet Storm
Behr
Nearly identical
Ocean Spray
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Back of Beyond
Valspar
Very similar
Adriatic Sea
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Tappan Lake Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Shimmering Sea
PPG
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
Deep Ocean
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Navy Dress
Kilz
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Grotto
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
Pure 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Blue Grotto.
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 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 near-identical match), Quiet Storm by Behr (a near-identical match), Ocean Spray by Hirshfield's (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Blue Grotto depends on the room. Here's how to choose.