Anderson Blue CW-565 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #97C0B9, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pitter Patter from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #97C0B9 · CW-565
Anderson Blue
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Anderson Blue Technical Profile
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Anderson Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Anderson Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAnderson Blue
Nearly identical
PPGPitter Patter
Pitter Patter
PPG
Nearly identical
Bucolic Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Oceanic
Kilz
Nearly identical
Lady Liberty
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Teal Twilight
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Valley Haze
Valspar
Very similar
Treetop
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Plunge
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blithe Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Anderson Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Anderson Blue
#97C0B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A0AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Anderson Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Anderson Blue 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 Anderson Blue.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Anderson Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Anderson Blue have?
Anderson Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Anderson Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Anderson Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Anderson Blue are Pitter Patter by PPG (a near-identical match), Bucolic Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Spring Stream by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Anderson Blue'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 Anderson Blue?
Anderson Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Why Anderson Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.