Exotic Sea 5004-10B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #2EA6B2, LRV 31 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Marine Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2EA6B2 · 5004-10B
Exotic Sea
31%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Exotic Sea Technical Profile
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Exotic Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Exotic Sea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparExotic Sea
Nearly identical
PPGMarine Blue
Marine Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Tropical Twist
Kilz
Nearly identical
Turquoise Waters
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Aruba Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Brookside
Vista Paint
Very similar
Riviera
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Freshwater
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bahaman Sea Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sarah's Garden
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Exotic Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Exotic Sea
#2EA6B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6082B3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Exotic Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Exotic Sea 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Exotic Sea.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Exotic Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Exotic Sea have?
Exotic Sea by Valspar 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 Exotic Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Exotic Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Exotic Sea are Marine Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Tropical Twist by Kilz (a near-identical match), Turquoise Waters by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Exotic Sea'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 Exotic Sea?
Exotic Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Exotic Sea's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.