Jay Blue 6797 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #015D87, LRV 10 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Flame from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #015D87 · 6797
Jay Blue
10%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Jay Blue Technical Profile
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Jay Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Jay Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsJay Blue
Nearly identical
PPGBlue Flame
Blue Flame
PPG
Nearly identical
Ink Blotch
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bermuda Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bandana
Valspar
Nearly identical
Superior Blue
Behr
Very similar
Citadel Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ribbon Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Glacier Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
Harborside
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Jay Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Jay Blue
#015D87
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#263B95
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Jay Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Jay 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 Jay 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.
Jay Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Jay Blue have?
Jay Blue 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 Jay Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Jay Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Jay Blue are Blue Flame by PPG (a near-identical match), Ink Blotch by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Bermuda Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Jay Blue'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 Jay Blue?
Jay Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Jay Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.