Ref. #34545E · K-176
Under the Sea
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Under the Sea Technical Profile
What color is Under the Sea? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #34545E. Colors similar to Under the Sea include Behr Submarine Gray, Dunn-Edwards Encore Teal, PPG Blue Bayberry. Under the Sea has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Under the Sea creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. 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 Under the Sea
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Under the Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Under the Sea
#34545E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4F5976
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Under the Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Under the 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
Other Vista Paint colors close to Under the Sea.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Under the Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Under the Sea have?
Under the Sea by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Under the Sea from other brands?
The closest matches are Submarine Gray by Behr (#36525B), Encore Teal by Dunn-Edwards (#30525B), Blue Bayberry by PPG (#2D5360). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Under the Sea?
Under the Sea has an LRV of 7.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Under the Sea's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.