Ref. #56B5CA · 6787
Fountain
39%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Fountain Technical Profile
What color is Fountain? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #56B5CA. Colors similar to Fountain include Dunn-Edwards Water Baby, Behr Yacht Blue, Kilz Sailing Ship. Fountain has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 39 gives Fountain 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 Fountain
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fountain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fountain
#56B5CA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#798DB9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fountain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fountain 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 Fountain.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fountain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fountain have?
Fountain by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Fountain from other brands?
The closest matches are Water Baby by Dunn-Edwards (#5AB5CB), Yacht Blue by Behr (#60B7CB), Sailing Ship by Kilz (#51B8D0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fountain?
Fountain has an LRV of 39.3, 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 Fountain's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.