Sapphire 6963 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #4D78AC and LRV 18. Its closest cross-brand match is Baltic Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4D78AC · 6963
Sapphire
18%LRV Value
Sapphire Technical Profile
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Sapphire in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sapphire in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsSapphire
Nearly identical
BehrBaltic Blue
Baltic Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Parkwater
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Caribbean Current
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Burbling Brook
Valspar
Nearly identical
Athens Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Bright Cornflower Blue
PPG
Very similar
Sapphire Waters
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Azurite
Kilz
Very similar
Pacific Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sky Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sapphire
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sapphire
#4D78AC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#807EAE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sapphire
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sapphire 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 Sapphire.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sapphire — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Sapphire from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sapphire are Baltic Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Parkwater by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Caribbean Current by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sapphire'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 Sapphire?
Sapphire has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.0, 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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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Sapphire depends on the room. Here's how to choose.