By the Bay 7274 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #B4C7E2, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Simply Sparkling from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B4C7E2 · 7274
By the Bay
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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By the Bay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to By the Bay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintBy the Bay
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sSimply Sparkling
Simply Sparkling
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Heritage
Behr
Nearly identical
Lyrical Poetry
Kilz
Nearly identical
Afternoon Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Utterly Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Simply Sparkling
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Stemware
PPG
Very similar
Blue Ice
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Agapanthus
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With By the Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
By the Bay
#B4C7E2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#837EB4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for By the Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
By the Bay 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to By the Bay.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
By the Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does By the Bay have?
By the Bay by Vista Paint has a neutral 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 By the Bay in your own space before committing.
What colors match By the Bay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to By the Bay are Simply Sparkling by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Heritage by Behr (a near-identical match), Lyrical Poetry by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting By the Bay'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 By the Bay?
By the Bay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 By the Bay's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.