Alfresco 1672 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #688290, LRV 21 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is High Seas Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #688290 · 1672
Alfresco
21%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Alfresco Technical Profile
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Alfresco in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Alfresco in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAlfresco
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyHigh Seas Blue
High Seas Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Windy Seas
Behr
Nearly identical
Artifact
PPG
Nearly identical
Celebration Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Swedish Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Tucker’s Toy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mica Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blustery Sky
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ocean Storms
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Alfresco
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alfresco
#688290
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8087AB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alfresco
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alfresco 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Alfresco.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Alfresco — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alfresco have?
Alfresco by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Alfresco in your own space before committing.
What colors match Alfresco from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alfresco are High Seas Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Windy Seas by Behr (a near-identical match), Artifact by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Alfresco'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 Alfresco?
Alfresco has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.9, 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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Related Reading
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 Alfresco's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.