Inky Sea AC145 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #274B71, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Indigo from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #274B71 · AC145
Inky Sea
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Inky Sea Technical Profile
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Inky Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Inky Sea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintInky Sea
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsIndigo
Indigo
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Tang
PPG
Nearly identical
Downpour Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Twilight Chimes
Behr
Very similar
Slumber
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Encore
Valspar
Very similar
Indigo
Kilz
Very similar
Rich Cobalt
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Florida Waters
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Inky Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Inky Sea
#274B71
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#494883
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Inky Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Inky 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Inky 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.
Inky Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Inky Sea have?
Inky Sea 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 Inky Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Inky Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Inky Sea are Indigo by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Blue Tang by PPG (a near-identical match), Commodore by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Inky 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 Inky Sea?
Inky Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Inky Sea's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.