Loch Blue 6502 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #2F778B, LRV 16 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Adventure from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2F778B · 6502
Loch Blue
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Loch Blue Technical Profile
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Loch Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Loch 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-WilliamsLoch Blue
Nearly identical
PPGAdventure
Adventure
PPG
Nearly identical
Avalon Teal
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Poseidon
Behr
Nearly identical
English River
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Arroyo
Kilz
Nearly identical
Parrot Flight
Valspar
Very similar
Ocean Blues
Vista Paint
Very similar
Water Blue
RAL
Very similar
Wish Upon a Star
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep Marine
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Loch Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Loch Blue
#2F778B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#53679A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Loch Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Loch 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 Loch 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.
Loch Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Loch Blue have?
Loch 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 Loch Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Loch Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Loch Blue are Adventure by PPG (a near-identical match), Avalon Teal by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Poseidon by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Loch 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 Loch Blue?
Loch Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.7, 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 Loch Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.