Blue Moon Bay S480-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4A98AA, 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.
Ref. #4A98AA · S480-5
Blue Moon Bay
21%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Moon Bay Technical Profile
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Blue Moon Bay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Moon Bay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBlue Moon Bay
Nearly identical
ValsparAqua Dance
Aqua Dance
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blue Toile
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Acapulco Cliffs
PPG
Nearly identical
Wide Awake
Kilz
Very similar
Star City
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lakeshore
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Today'S Catch
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blessed Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blessed Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Moon Bay
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Blue Moon Bay.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Moon Bay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Moon Bay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Moon Bay are Aqua Dance by Valspar (a near-identical match), Blue Toile by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Ash Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Moon Bay's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.