Blueblood 6966 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #015086, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wavy Navy from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #015086 · 6966
Blueblood
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blueblood Technical Profile
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Blueblood in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blueblood in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsBlueblood
Nearly identical
Vista PaintWavy Navy
Wavy Navy
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Capri Blue
RAL
Nearly identical
California Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Express Blue
Behr
Very similar
Rich Cobalt
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Kate's Ring
Valspar
Very similar
Follow My Blue Bliss
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Stunning Sapphire
PPG
Very similar
Navy Dress
Kilz
Very similar
Dancing Sea
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blueblood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blueblood
#015086
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#263094
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blueblood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blueblood 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 Blueblood.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blueblood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blueblood have?
Blueblood by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blueblood in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blueblood from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blueblood are Wavy Navy by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Capri Blue by RAL (a near-identical match), California Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blueblood'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 Blueblood?
Blueblood has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.5, 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 Blueblood's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.