Blue Heron 832 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #5D6B86, LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pigeon Blue from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5D6B86 · 832
Blue Heron
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Heron Technical Profile
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Blue Heron in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Heron 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 Heron
Nearly identical
RALPigeon Blue
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Nearly identical
Indigo Dreams
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Grape Haze
PPG
Very similar
Sausalito Port
Behr
Very similar
Waterloo
Valspar
Very similar
Purpling
Kilz
Very similar
Mesmerize
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Jacket
Vista Paint
Very similar
Admiral Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blue Jacket
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Heron
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Heron
#5D6B86
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B74A2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Heron
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Heron 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 Heron.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Heron — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Heron have?
Blue Heron by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Heron in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Heron from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Heron are Pigeon Blue by RAL (a near-identical match), Indigo Dreams by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Grape Haze by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blue Heron'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 Heron?
Blue Heron has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.6, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Heron's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.