Ash Blue 2057-40 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #4E9DAF, LRV 29 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Moon Bay from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4E9DAF · 2057-40
Ash Blue
29%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ash Blue Technical Profile
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Ash Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ash 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 MooreAsh Blue
Nearly identical
BehrBlue Moon Bay
Blue Moon Bay
Behr
Nearly identical
Acapulco Cliffs
PPG
Nearly identical
Blue Nebula
Valspar
Very similar
Jamaica Bay
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Today'S Catch
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Star City
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blessed Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blessed Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Caspian Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ash Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ash Blue
#4E9DAF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#808FB0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ash Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ash 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 Ash 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.
Ash Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ash Blue have?
Ash 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 Ash Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ash Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ash Blue are Blue Moon Bay by Behr (a near-identical match), Winter Lake by Behr (a near-identical match), Acapulco Cliffs by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ash 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 Ash Blue?
Ash Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.8, 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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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 Ash Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.