Ref. #3B8C80 · 6761
Thermal Spring
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Thermal Spring Technical Profile
What color is Thermal Spring? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #3B8C80. Colors similar to Thermal Spring include Benjamin Moore Geddy Verdigris, Dunn-Edwards Royal Palm, Vista Paint Time to Grow. Thermal Spring has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Thermal Spring creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Thermal Spring
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Thermal Spring
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thermal Spring
#3B8C80
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5E869C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thermal Spring
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thermal Spring 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 Thermal Spring.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Thermal Spring — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thermal Spring have?
Thermal Spring by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Thermal Spring from other brands?
The closest matches are Geddy Verdigris by Benjamin Moore (#2F8C7F), Royal Palm by Dunn-Edwards (#418D84), Time to Grow by Vista Paint (#2D8E84). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Thermal Spring?
Thermal Spring has an LRV of 21.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Thermal Spring's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.