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Behr Ocean Abyss MQ6-01

Ocean Abyss

Behr

MQ6-01

About Ocean Abyss by Behr

Ocean Abyss MQ6-01 by Behr is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 8% and hue near 186° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

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Brightness: 7.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #2a565b

RGB: 42, 86, 91

Hue186°

Saturation37%

Lightness26%

Similar Colors by Behr

These are close matches to Ocean Abyss from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Ocean Abyss

Behr

MQ6-01

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Ocean Abyss looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Ocean Abyss MQ6-01 a warm or cool color?
Ocean Abyss by Behr is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Ocean Abyss?
Ocean Abyss sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 186°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Ocean Abyss?
Brightness is about 8%. Saturation is around 37%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 26%. Hue is close to 186°. The hex value is #2a565b. The RGB value is 42, 86, 91.
Is Ocean Abyss better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Ocean Abyss has brightness around 8%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Ocean Abyss?
You can match Ocean Abyss with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Ocean Abyss work best in a home?
Ocean Abyss works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Ocean Abyss compare to a pure white paint?
Ocean Abyss is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Behr

These lighter shades sit above Ocean Abyss in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Ocean Abyss

Behr

MQ6-01

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below Ocean Abyss in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Ocean Abyss

Behr

MQ6-01

Complementary Colors by Behr

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Ocean Abyss. They add contrast without clashing.

Ocean Abyss

Behr

MQ6-01

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Ocean Abyss. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.

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