Danube 6803 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #2377A2, LRV 16 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Summer Lake from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2377A2 · 6803
Danube
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Danube Technical Profile
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Danube in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Danube in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsDanube
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSummer Lake
Summer Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blue Macaw
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bering Wave
Behr
Nearly identical
Splashed Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
North Sea
PPG
Nearly identical
Peninsula
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Peninsula
Vista Paint
Very similar
Aspiration
Kilz
Very similar
Cosmic Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Sky Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Danube
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Danube
#2377A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4C5CAC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Danube
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Danube 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 Danube.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Danube — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Danube have?
Danube by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) 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 Danube in your own space before committing.
What colors match Danube from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Danube are Summer Lake by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Blue Macaw by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Bering Wave by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Danube'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 Danube?
Danube has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.2, 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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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 Danube's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.