Ref. #015D75 · 6503
Bosporus
9%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bosporus Technical Profile
What color is Bosporus? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #015D75. Colors similar to Bosporus include MPC Panama Blue Met., Valspar Deep Atlantic, PPG Jamaican Dream. Bosporus has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Bosporus creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Bosporus
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bosporus
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bosporus
#015D75
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#234086
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bosporus
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bosporus 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 Bosporus.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bosporus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bosporus have?
Bosporus by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Bosporus from other brands?
The closest matches are Panama Blue Met. by MPC (#125D73), Deep Atlantic by Valspar (#015D72), Jamaican Dream by PPG (#04627A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bosporus?
Bosporus has an LRV of 9.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bosporus's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.