Ref. #007585 · 5009-9
Ocean Soul
14%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ocean Soul Technical Profile
What color is Ocean Soul? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #007585. Colors similar to Ocean Soul include Sherwin-Williams Great Falls, Sherwin-Williams Blue Nile, Behr Blue Stream. Ocean Soul has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Ocean Soul 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 Ocean Soul
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ocean Soul
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ocean Soul
#007585
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#254F93
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ocean Soul
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ocean Soul 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 Ocean Soul.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ocean Soul — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ocean Soul have?
Ocean Soul by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Ocean Soul from other brands?
The closest matches are Great Falls by Sherwin-Williams (#217786), Blue Nile by Sherwin-Williams (#01717E), Blue Stream by Behr (#1F747F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ocean Soul?
Ocean Soul has an LRV of 14.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ocean Soul's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.