Ref. #2377A2 · 6803
Danube
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Danube Technical Profile
What color is Danube? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #2377A2. Colors similar to Danube include Dunn-Edwards Summer Lake, Benjamin Moore Blue Macaw, Behr Bering Wave. Danube has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Danube 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 Danube
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Danube from other brands?
The closest matches are Summer Lake by Dunn-Edwards (#0077A7), Blue Macaw by Benjamin Moore (#2575A4), Bering Wave by Behr (#2C759A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Danube?
Danube has an LRV of 16.2, 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 Danube's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.