Ref. #506B84 · 6523
Denim
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Denim Technical Profile
What color is Denim? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #506B84. Colors similar to Denim include Behr Dark Room, MPC Blue Period, Vista Paint Pleasant Lake. Denim has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Denim 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 Denim
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Denim
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Denim
#506B84
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6B6C9C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Denim
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Denim 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 Denim.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Denim — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Denim have?
Denim by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Denim from other brands?
The closest matches are Dark Room by Behr (#4D6C8A), Blue Period by MPC (#4F6F8B), Pleasant Lake by Vista Paint (#4C6B8B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Denim?
Denim has an LRV of 13.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Denim's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.