Indigo 6531 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #284A70, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Inky Sea from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #284A70 · 6531
Indigo
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Indigo Technical Profile
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Indigo in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Indigo in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsIndigo
Nearly identical
Vista PaintInky Sea
Inky Sea
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blue Tang
PPG
Nearly identical
Downpour Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Inked
Behr
Nearly identical
Slumber
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Indigo
Kilz
Very similar
Encore
Valspar
Very similar
Skafi Isle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Florida Waters
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Indigo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Indigo
#284A70
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4A4982
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Indigo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Indigo 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 Indigo.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Indigo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Indigo have?
Indigo by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral 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 Indigo in your own space before committing.
What colors match Indigo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Indigo are Inky Sea by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Blue Tang by PPG (a near-identical match), Downpour Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Indigo'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 Indigo?
Indigo has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Indigo's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.