Aquarius 788 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #7CBEE2, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #7CBEE2 · 788
Aquarius
47%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Aquarius Technical Profile
HEX Code#7CBEE2
RGB124, 190, 226
Estimated LRV46.6
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Horizon Haze
PPG
#80C1E2
Close digital match
Moment of Grace
Valspar
#83C1E2
Close digital match
Perfect Day
Dutch Boy
#76BBDD
Close digital match
Lupe’s Lake
Vista Paint
#86C3E4
Close digital match
Colorado Springs
Behr
#85C2E0
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Undercool
Sherwin-Williams
#7FC3E1
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Watery Sea
Hirshfield's
#88BFE7
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Astral
Dunn-Edwards
#8EC2E7
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Azure Pool
Kilz
#67B0D7
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Farrow & Ball
#A1B8CA
Visible digital difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
#B4CBD9
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Aquarius
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Aquarius from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aquarius are Horizon Haze by PPG (a close digital match), Moment of Grace by Valspar (a close digital match), Perfect Day by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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