Ref. #75B9AE · 6759
Cooled Blue
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cooled Blue Technical Profile
What color is Cooled Blue? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #75B9AE. Colors similar to Cooled Blue include Kilz Spearmint Leaf, MPC Tropic Turquoise, Benjamin Moore Skydive. Cooled Blue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 42 gives Cooled Blue depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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 Cooled Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cooled Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cooled Blue
#75B9AE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A0AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cooled Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cooled Blue 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 Cooled Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cooled Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cooled Blue have?
Cooled Blue by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Cooled Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Spearmint Leaf by Kilz (#75B9AE), Tropic Turquoise by MPC (#71B8A8), Skydive by Benjamin Moore (#7FB7AD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cooled Blue?
Cooled Blue has an LRV of 41.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Cooled Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.