Undercool 6957 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #7FC3E1, estimated LRV 49 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is By the Sea from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #7FC3E1 · 6957
Undercool
49%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Undercool Technical Profile
HEX Code#7FC3E1
RGB127, 195, 225
Estimated LRV49.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandSherwin-Williams
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#7BC2DF
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Colors That Work With Undercool
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Undercool
#7FC3E1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7382BF
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Undercool
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Undercool 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
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Undercool — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Undercool have?
Undercool by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Undercool from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Undercool are By the Sea by PPG (a close digital match), Colorado Springs by Behr (a close digital match), Horizon Haze by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Undercool'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 Undercool?
Undercool has a estimated lightness value of 49.0, 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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Why Undercool's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.