Surfer 6946 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #01A4A5 and LRV 29. Its closest cross-brand match is Pleasant Stream from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #01A4A5 · 6946
Surfer
29%LRV Value
Surfer Technical Profile
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Surfer in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Surfer in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsSurfer
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sPleasant Stream
Pleasant Stream
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Soothing Song
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Precious Stone
Behr
Nearly identical
Poseidon
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Seawall
Kilz
Very similar
Teal Me No Lies
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Peacock Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Riviera Paradise
PPG
Very similar
Cool Rain
Valspar
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Surfer
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Surfer
#01A4A5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2C6CAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Surfer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Surfer 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 Surfer.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Surfer — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Surfer from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Surfer are Pleasant Stream by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Soothing Song by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Pleasant Stream by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Surfer'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 Surfer?
Surfer has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Surfer depends on the room. Here's how to choose.