Jamaica Bay 6781 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #34A3B6, LRV 30 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jamaican Sea from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #34A3B6 · 6781
Jamaica Bay
30%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Jamaica Bay Technical Profile
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Jamaica Bay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Jamaica Bay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsJamaica Bay
Nearly identical
PPGJamaican Sea
Jamaican Sea
PPG
Nearly identical
Turquoise Waters
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Blue Nebula
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Lagoon
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sarah's Garden
Vista Paint
Very similar
Gulf Waters
Behr
Very similar
Sarah's Garden
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Caribbean Cruise
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Tropical Twist
Kilz
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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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 sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Jamaica Bay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Jamaica Bay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Jamaica Bay are Jamaican Sea by PPG (a near-identical match), Turquoise Waters by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Blue Nebula by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Jamaica Bay'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 Jamaica Bay?
Jamaica Bay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.3, 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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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 Jamaica Bay's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.