Ref. #A7BDDE · K-108
Scuba Blue
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Scuba Blue Technical Profile
What color is Scuba Blue? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #A7BDDE. Colors similar to Scuba Blue include Valspar Blue Galaxy, Hirshfield's Sail Into The Horizon, MPC Baby Boy Blue. Scuba Blue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 50, Scuba Blue sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Scuba Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Scuba Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Scuba Blue
#A7BDDE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#837DB5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Scuba Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Scuba Blue 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 Scuba Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Scuba Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Scuba Blue have?
Scuba Blue by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Scuba Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Blue Galaxy by Valspar (#ABBFDE), Sail Into The Horizon by Hirshfield's (#A3BBDC), Baby Boy Blue by MPC (#A3BBDB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Scuba Blue?
Scuba Blue has an LRV of 49.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Scuba Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.