Blue Echo AF-505 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6F898E, LRV 23 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winter In Paris from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6F898E · AF-505
Blue Echo
23%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Echo Technical Profile
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Blue Echo in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Echo in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBlue Echo
Nearly identical
BehrWinter In Paris
Winter In Paris
Behr
Nearly identical
Twilight Stroll
PPG
Nearly identical
Thundercloud
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Northern Juniper
Valspar
Very similar
Streamed Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blustery Sky
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pale Emerald
Kilz
Very similar
Smoky Day
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lexington Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Echo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Echo
#6F898E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8391AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Echo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Echo 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 Blue Echo.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Echo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Echo have?
Blue Echo by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) 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 Blue Echo in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Echo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Echo are Winter In Paris by Behr (a near-identical match), Twilight Stroll by PPG (a near-identical match), Winter in Paris by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Echo'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 Blue Echo?
Blue Echo has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.2, 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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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 Blue Echo's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.