Ref. #005C95 · C-1371
Glacier Bay
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Glacier Bay Technical Profile
What color is Glacier Bay? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #005C95. Colors similar to Glacier Bay include Hirshfield's Glacier Bay, Dunn-Edwards Lapis, Sherwin-Williams Hyper Blue. Glacier Bay has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Glacier Bay 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 Glacier Bay
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Glacier Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Glacier Bay
#005C95
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2836A0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Glacier Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Glacier 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 Glacier 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.
Glacier Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Glacier Bay have?
Glacier Bay by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Glacier Bay from other brands?
The closest matches are Glacier Bay by Hirshfield's (#005C94), Lapis by Dunn-Edwards (#165D95), Hyper Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#015F97). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Glacier Bay?
Glacier Bay has an LRV of 9.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Glacier Bay's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.