Retiring Blue 6763 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #D5EAE8 and LRV 79. Its closest cross-brand match is Aquamarine from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D5EAE8 · 6763
Retiring Blue
79%LRV Value
Retiring Blue Technical Profile
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Retiring Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Retiring 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-WilliamsRetiring Blue
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsAquamarine
Aquamarine
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ice Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Plateau
PPG
Nearly identical
Sky Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Essence of the Sea
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sea Glass
Kilz
Nearly identical
Baby Love
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Blue Whisper
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dillard's Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bisque .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Retiring Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Retiring Blue
#D5EAE8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Retiring Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Retiring 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 Retiring 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.
Retiring Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Retiring Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Retiring Blue are Aquamarine by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Ice Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Plateau by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Retiring 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 Retiring Blue?
Retiring Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 78.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Retiring Blue depends on the room. Here's how to choose.