Ref. #6C7F9A · 6536
Searching Blue
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Searching Blue Technical Profile
What color is Searching Blue? It's a deep cool neutral with the hex code #6C7F9A. Colors similar to Searching Blue include Behr Lead Cast, Dunn-Edwards Bay View, Behr Infamous. Searching Blue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Searching Blue creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Searching Blue pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Searching Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Searching Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Searching Blue
#6C7F9A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Searching Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Searching 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 Searching Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Searching Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Searching Blue have?
Searching Blue by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Searching Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Lead Cast by Behr (#6A7F9C), Bay View by Dunn-Edwards (#6A819E), Infamous by Behr (#677C99). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Searching Blue?
Searching Blue has an LRV of 20.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Searching Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.