Aquarium Blue 2058-50 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #81C0D8, LRV 47 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is By the Sea from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #81C0D8 · 2058-50
Aquarium Blue
47%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Aquarium Blue Technical Profile
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Aquarium Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aquarium 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 MooreAquarium Blue
Nearly identical
PPGBy the Sea
By the Sea
PPG
Nearly identical
Water Fountain
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sky Fall
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Winter Chime
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sky Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Skyway
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cotton Denim
Behr
Very similar
Lasting Thoughts
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mountain Creek
Kilz
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aquarium Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aquarium Blue
#81C0D8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7987B9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aquarium Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aquarium 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 Aquarium Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aquarium Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aquarium Blue have?
Aquarium Blue by Benjamin Moore 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 Aquarium Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aquarium Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aquarium Blue are By the Sea by PPG (a near-identical match), Water Fountain by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sky Fall by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aquarium 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 Aquarium Blue?
Aquarium Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.3, 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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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 Aquarium Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.