Scuba Blue 7273 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #A7BDDE, LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Galaxy from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A7BDDE · 7273
Scuba Blue
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Scuba Blue Technical Profile
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Scuba Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Scuba Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintScuba Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparBlue Galaxy
Blue Galaxy
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sail into the Horizon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Valor
PPG
Nearly identical
Delicate Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Chivalrous
Behr
Nearly identical
Sky High
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Swiss Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Twilight Dreams
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Celestial
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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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 sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Scuba Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Scuba Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Scuba Blue are Blue Galaxy by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sail into the Horizon by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Angela Bay by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Scuba Blue'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 Scuba Blue?
Scuba Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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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.