Bachelor Blue 1629 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #768492, LRV 22 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Forever Denim from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #768492 · 1629
Bachelor Blue
22%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bachelor Blue Technical Profile
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Bachelor Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bachelor 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 MooreBachelor Blue
Nearly identical
BehrForever Denim
Forever Denim
Behr
Nearly identical
Shady Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Mirador
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ocean Storms
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cornflower Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Mica Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Storm Cloud
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Porpoise Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Industrialized
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bachelor Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bachelor Blue
#768492
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bachelor Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bachelor 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 Bachelor Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bachelor Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bachelor Blue have?
Bachelor Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bachelor Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bachelor Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bachelor Blue are Forever Denim by Behr (a near-identical match), Shady Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Eastern Bluebird by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bachelor 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 Bachelor Blue?
Bachelor Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Bachelor Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.