Open Seas
We've categorized Open Seas as a versatile Blue because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 2 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#83AFBC
LRV
39.15
Open Seas's Color Strip
Open Seas is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Rest Assured and Manitou Blue. The strip spans from Byte Blue at the lightest end to Bosporus at the deepest. Browsing strip 174 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Open Seas in Real Rooms
Open Seas has a medium-high LRV of 39.15 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a misc and kitchen cabinets.
1 Misc Photo
These examples of Open Seas in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.
Accent wall in bold Open Seas creates drama.
@toptierprofessionalpainting
1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo
The way Open Seas interacts with under-cabinet lighting is transformative. It catches the glow and reflects a softer, more diffused light onto the countertops, making the workspace feel more inviting and less utilitarian.
Kitchen cabinetry painted in striking Open Seas.
@findahomeinrome
Coordinating Colors
At LRV 78 vs 39, Blue Horizon is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 83 vs 39, Dover White is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 68 vs 39, Sunbeam Yellow is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
At LRV 78 vs 39, Blue Horizon is decisively the brighter choice.
Similar Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 40 vs 39), so neither reads brighter in a room.
A 4-point LRV gap (39 vs 35) makes Open Seas the marginally brighter of the two.
A 9-point LRV gap (49 vs 39) makes Rest Assured the marginally brighter of the two.
French Moire reads slightly lighter (LRV 47 vs 39), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 5-point LRV gap (39 vs 34) makes Open Seas the marginally brighter of the two.
Complementary Colors
At LRV 76 vs 39, Mauve Tinge is decisively the brighter choice.
Studio Mauve reads slightly lighter (LRV 50 vs 39), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 4-point LRV gap (39 vs 35) makes Open Seas the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 81 vs 39, Heavenly White is decisively the brighter choice.
Original White reflects far more light (LRV 74 vs 39), opening up a space where Open Seas encloses it.
Lighter Colors
Darker Colors
At LRV 39 vs 22, Open Seas is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 39 vs 26, Open Seas is decisively the brighter choice.
Open Seas reflects far more light (LRV 39 vs 24), opening up a space where Georgian Revival Blue encloses it.
At LRV 39 vs 22, Open Seas is decisively the brighter choice.
