Reflecting Pool 6486 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #7BB1B2, LRV 39 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pastel Turquoise from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7BB1B2 · 6486
Reflecting Pool
39%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Reflecting Pool Technical Profile
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Reflecting Pool in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Reflecting Pool in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsReflecting Pool
Nearly identical
RALPastel Turquoise
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Nearly identical
Aqua Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Venice Escape
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sea of Turquoise
PPG
Nearly identical
Turquoise Trick
Vista Paint
Very similar
Florida Keys Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Discreet Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Turquoise Porcelain
Valspar
Very similar
Castaway
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Stillwater
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Reflecting Pool
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Reflecting Pool
#7BB1B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8598AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Reflecting Pool
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Reflecting Pool 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
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More blue colors from other brands
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Reflecting Pool — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Reflecting Pool have?
Reflecting Pool 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 Reflecting Pool in your own space before committing.
What colors match Reflecting Pool from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Reflecting Pool are Pastel Turquoise by RAL (a near-identical match), Aqua Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Shale Gray by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Reflecting Pool'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 Reflecting Pool?
Reflecting Pool has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Reflecting Pool's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.