Searching Blue 6536 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #6C7F9A, LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lustrous Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6C7F9A · 6536
Searching Blue
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Searching Blue Technical Profile
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Searching Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Searching 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-WilliamsSearching Blue
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyLustrous Blue
Lustrous Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lead Cast
Behr
Nearly identical
Bay View
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Prairie Kitchen Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
North Beach Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Indigo Dreams
Valspar
Very similar
Stratford
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Madonna Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Madonna Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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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
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Searching Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Searching Blue have?
Searching Blue by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Searching Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Searching Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Searching Blue are Lustrous Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Lead Cast by Behr (a near-identical match), Bay View by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Searching 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 Searching Blue?
Searching Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.7, 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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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.