Freshwater 6774 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #4DA6B2, LRV 32 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brookside from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4DA6B2 · 6774
Freshwater
32%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Freshwater Technical Profile
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Freshwater in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Freshwater in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsFreshwater
Nearly identical
Vista PaintBrookside
Brookside
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blue Calypso
PPG
Nearly identical
Santa Clara
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Exotic Sea
Valspar
Very similar
Turquoise Waters
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Island Hop
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sonic Blue
Behr
Very similar
Tropical Twist
Kilz
Very similar
Sarah's Garden
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Freshwater
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Freshwater
#4DA6B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8193B1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Freshwater
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Freshwater 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 Freshwater.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Freshwater — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Freshwater have?
Freshwater 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 Freshwater in your own space before committing.
What colors match Freshwater from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Freshwater are Brookside by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Blue Calypso by PPG (a near-identical match), Santa Clara by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Freshwater'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 Freshwater?
Freshwater has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Freshwater's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.