Thunder Bay 7368 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #7BA0B7, estimated LRV 33 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Frozen Lake from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #7BA0B7 · 7368
Thunder Bay
33%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Thunder Bay Technical Profile
HEX Code#7BA0B7
RGB123, 160, 183
Estimated LRV32.8
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandVista Paint
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#7B9CB3
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Colors That Work With Thunder Bay
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thunder Bay
#7BA0B7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8589AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thunder Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thunder Bay 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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Thunder Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thunder Bay have?
Thunder Bay 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 Thunder Bay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thunder Bay are Frozen Lake by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Colonial Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Blue Cascade by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Thunder Bay'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 Thunder Bay?
Thunder Bay has a estimated lightness value of 32.8, 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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