Ref. #34A3B6 · 6781
Jamaica Bay
30%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Jamaica Bay Technical Profile
What color is Jamaica Bay? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #34A3B6. Colors similar to Jamaica Bay include PPG Jamaican Sea, MPC Dream I Can Fly, Valspar Blue Nebula. Jamaica Bay has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 30 gives Jamaica Bay 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 Jamaica Bay
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Jamaica Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Jamaica Bay
#34A3B6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6984B4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Jamaica Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Jamaica Bay 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 Jamaica Bay.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Jamaica Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Jamaica Bay have?
Jamaica Bay by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Jamaica Bay from other brands?
The closest matches are Jamaican Sea by PPG (#26A5BA), Dream I Can Fly by MPC (#30A3BC), Blue Nebula by Valspar (#3DA1B8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Jamaica Bay?
Jamaica Bay has an LRV of 30.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Jamaica Bay's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.