Ocean Blues 7414 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #497786, estimated LRV 16 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silken Peacock from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #497786 · 7414
Ocean Blues
16%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ocean Blues Technical Profile
HEX Code#497786
RGB73, 119, 134
Estimated LRV16.3
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandVista Paint
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Colors That Work With Ocean Blues
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ocean Blues
#497786
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#68759A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ocean Blues
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ocean Blues 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
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Ocean Blues — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ocean Blues have?
Ocean Blues by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Ocean Blues from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ocean Blues are Silken Peacock by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Night Train by Kilz (a close digital match), Storm by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ocean Blues'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 Ocean Blues?
Ocean Blues has a estimated lightness value of 16.3, 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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