Ref. #528286 · BXC-81
Crater Lake
20%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Crater Lake Technical Profile
What color is Crater Lake? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #528286. Colors similar to Crater Lake include MPC Aquateal met., Benjamin Moore Baltic Sea, MPC Acqua Di Mare. Crater Lake has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Crater Lake creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Crater Lake
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crater Lake
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crater Lake
#528286
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6D829E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crater Lake
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crater Lake 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 Crater Lake.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crater Lake — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crater Lake have?
Crater Lake by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Crater Lake from other brands?
The closest matches are Aquateal met. by MPC (#488386), Baltic Sea by Benjamin Moore (#57868D), Acqua Di Mare by MPC (#4C7D7E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Crater Lake?
Crater Lake has an LRV of 19.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Crater Lake's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.