Tropical Sea 7416 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #93B6C3, LRV 44 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Arctic Sunrise from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #93B6C3 · 7416
Tropical Sea
44%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tropical Sea Technical Profile
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Tropical Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tropical Sea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintTropical Sea
Nearly identical
ValsparArctic Sunrise
Arctic Sunrise
Valspar
Nearly identical
Marlboro Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tahoe Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Baroque
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Wings
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Respite
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Crystal Lake
PPG
Very similar
Trisha's Eyes
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Frozen Tundra
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Water .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tropical Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Sea
#93B6C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858EAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical Sea 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tropical Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Sea have?
Tropical Sea 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 Tropical Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tropical Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Sea are Arctic Sunrise by Valspar (a near-identical match), Marlboro Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Aspen Skies by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tropical Sea'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 Tropical Sea?
Tropical Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.6, 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 Tropical Sea's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.