Slick Blue 6949 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #73CCD8 and LRV 52. Its closest cross-brand match is Baby Boy Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #73CCD8 · 6949
Slick Blue
52%LRV Value
Slick Blue Technical Profile
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Slick Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Slick 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-WilliamsSlick Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBaby Boy Blue
Baby Boy Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ocean Park
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ocean Cruise
Behr
Nearly identical
Classic Turquoise
Kilz
Very similar
Enchanted Evening
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rapids
Valspar
Very similar
Plunging Waterfall
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pacific Coast Blue
PPG
Very similar
Waving Waters
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Slick Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Slick Blue
#73CCD8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7691BC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Slick Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Slick 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 Slick 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.
Slick Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Slick Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Slick Blue are Baby Boy Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fairy Tale Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Ocean Park by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Slick 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 Slick Blue?
Slick Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Slick Blue depends on the room. Here's how to choose.