Blue Moon Bay S480-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4A98AA, estimated LRV 21 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aqua Dance from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #4A98AA · S480-5
Blue Moon Bay
21%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Moon Bay Technical Profile
HEX Code#4A98AA
RGB74, 152, 170
Estimated LRV21.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Blue Moon Bay
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Moon Bay
#4A98AA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A8AAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Moon Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Moon Bay 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
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Blue Moon Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Moon Bay have?
Blue Moon Bay by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Blue Moon Bay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Moon Bay are Aqua Dance by Valspar (a close digital match), Blue Toile by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Ash Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Moon Bay'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 Blue Moon Bay?
Blue Moon Bay has a estimated lightness value of 21.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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