Ref. #5B8D9F · 7609
Georgian Revival Blue
24%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Georgian Revival Blue Technical Profile
What color is Georgian Revival Blue? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #5B8D9F. Colors similar to Georgian Revival Blue include Kilz Yacht Club, Dunn-Edwards Aegean Sea, Behr Adirondack Blue. Georgian Revival Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Georgian Revival Blue 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 Georgian Revival Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Georgian Revival Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Georgian Revival Blue
#5B8D9F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#828BAB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Georgian Revival Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Georgian Revival Blue 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 Georgian Revival Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Georgian Revival Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Georgian Revival Blue have?
Georgian Revival Blue by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Georgian Revival Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Yacht Club by Kilz (#5990A4), Aegean Sea by Dunn-Edwards (#508FA2), Adirondack Blue by Behr (#6691A0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Georgian Revival Blue?
Georgian Revival Blue has an LRV of 23.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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