Aquarius 788 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #7CBEE2, LRV 47 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Horizon Haze from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7CBEE2 · 788
Aquarius
47%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Aquarius Technical Profile
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Aquarius in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aquarius in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAquarius
Nearly identical
PPGHorizon Haze
Horizon Haze
PPG
Nearly identical
Moment of Grace
Valspar
Nearly identical
Perfect Day
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lupe’s Lake
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Colorado Springs
Behr
Very similar
Undercool
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Watery Sea
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Astral
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Azure Pool
Kilz
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aquarius
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aquarius
#7CBEE2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#727DC0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aquarius
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aquarius 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 Aquarius.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aquarius — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aquarius have?
Aquarius 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 Aquarius in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aquarius from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aquarius are Horizon Haze by PPG (a near-identical match), Moment of Grace by Valspar (a near-identical match), Perfect Day by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aquarius'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 Aquarius?
Aquarius has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Aquarius's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.