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Sherwin-Williams Blueblood
SW 6966 · #015086 · LRV 7.5
Compare with other brands: Valspar Strong Will is a 93% matchBlueblood (SW 6966) is a deep blue from Sherwin-Williams. Its LRV is about 7.5 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Valspar Strong Will (93% match).
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LRV
7.5 · Very dark
Temperature
Cool
Code
SW 6966
HEX
#015086
RGB
1, 80, 134
HSL
204°, 99%, 26%
Family
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Blueblood FAQ
What is the LRV of Blueblood?
Blueblood has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 7.5 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.
What is the closest match to Blueblood in other brands?
Valspar: Strong Will (8001-44G), 93%; Benjamin Moore: Patriot Blue (2064-20), 93%; Dunn-Edwards: Follow My Blue Bliss (DEFD52), 91%; Glidden: Brilliant Blue (PPG1161-7), 91%; PPG: Stunning Sapphire (PPG1158-7), 91%; Behr: Flashy Sapphire (P520-7), 90%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Honorable Blue (HGSW6811), 88%; Farrow & Ball: Stiffkey Blue (No. 281), 49%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of Blueblood?
The HEX code of Blueblood (SW 6966) is #015086, RGB 1, 80, 134. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.