Ocean Blues 7414 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #497786, 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.
Ref. #497786 · 7414
Ocean Blues
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ocean Blues Technical Profile
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Ocean Blues in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ocean Blues in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintOcean Blues
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSilken Peacock
Silken Peacock
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Night Train
Kilz
Nearly identical
Peacock Blues
Valspar
Nearly identical
English River
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Totally Teal
PPG
Very similar
Rocky Hill
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Schooner
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Windsor Haze
Behr
Very similar
Ahoy Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Water Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ocean Blues
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
Pure 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
Similar Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Ocean Blues.
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 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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ocean Blues in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ocean Blues from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ocean Blues are Silken Peacock by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Night Train by Kilz (a near-identical match), Storm by Kilz (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ocean Blues's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.