Undercool 6957 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #7FC3E1, 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.
Ref. #7FC3E1 · 6957
Undercool
49%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Undercool Technical Profile
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Undercool in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Undercool in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsUndercool
Nearly identical
PPGBy the Sea
By the Sea
PPG
Nearly identical
Colorado Springs
Behr
Nearly identical
Pool Party
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Summer Splash
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lupe’s Lake
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Winter Chime
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Perfect Day
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lasting Thoughts
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mountain Creek
Kilz
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Undercool
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
Pure 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Undercool.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Undercool in your own space before committing.
What colors match Undercool from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Undercool are By the Sea by PPG (a near-identical match), Colorado Springs by Behr (a near-identical match), Horizon Haze by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Undercool's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.