Seal Blue C-1377 is a neutral paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #495764, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Moon Shade from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #495764 · C-1377
Seal Blue
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Seal Blue Technical Profile
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Seal Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Seal 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 PaintSeal Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparMoon Shade
Moon Shade
Valspar
Nearly identical
Seal Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Flapper Dance
Behr
Nearly identical
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Newburyport Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Soothing Sapphire
PPG
Very similar
Nightfall
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Kettle Black
Kilz
Very similar
Alaskan Night
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mineral Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Seal Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Seal Blue
#495764
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5A5A86
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Seal Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Seal 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 Seal Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Seal Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Seal Blue have?
Seal Blue by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Seal Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Seal Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Seal Blue are Moon Shade by Valspar (a near-identical match), Seal Blue by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Flapper Dance by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Seal 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 Seal Blue?
Seal Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.2, 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 Seal Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.