Loch Blue 6502 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #2F778B, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #2F778B · 6502
Loch Blue
16%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Loch Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#2F778B
RGB47, 119, 139
Estimated LRV15.7
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Adventure
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#34788C
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#27778F
Close digital match
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#33748A
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Colors That Work With Loch Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Loch Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Loch Blue are Adventure by PPG (a close digital match), Avalon Teal by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Poseidon by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Loch Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.