Mariner 6766 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #6EC2C4, LRV 46 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Burbank Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6EC2C4 · 6766
Mariner
46%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
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Mariner in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mariner in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsMariner
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBurbank Blue
Burbank Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Aqua Ocean
Valspar
Nearly identical
Timberlake Teal
PPG
Nearly identical
Robins Egg
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Snowboard
Behr
Very similar
Watertown
Kilz
Very similar
Castaway
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Aquavit
Vista Paint
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Very similar
Veranda Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mariner
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mariner
#6EC2C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F98B3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mariner
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mariner 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 Mariner.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mariner — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mariner have?
Mariner 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 Mariner in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mariner from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mariner are Burbank Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Aqua Ocean by Valspar (a near-identical match), Timberlake Teal by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mariner'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 Mariner?
Mariner has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.9, 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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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 Mariner's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.