Ref. #283849 · 9178
In the Navy
4%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
In the Navy Technical Profile
What color is In the Navy? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #283849. Colors similar to In the Navy include Benjamin Moore North Sea, Behr Sorcerer, Vista Paint Blazer Blue. In the Navy has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 4, In the Navy 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 In the Navy
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With In the Navy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
In the Navy
#283849
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#424262
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for In the Navy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
In the Navy 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 In the Navy.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
In the Navy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does In the Navy have?
In the Navy by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match In the Navy from other brands?
The closest matches are North Sea by Benjamin Moore (#2C3C4D), Sorcerer by Behr (#2B3645), Blazer Blue by Vista Paint (#243A52). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of In the Navy?
In the Navy has an LRV of 3.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why In the Navy's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.