Blue Lake 2053-40 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #579DA6, LRV 29 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Island Hop from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #579DA6 · 2053-40
Blue Lake
29%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Lake Technical Profile
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Blue Lake in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Lake 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 Lake
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsIsland Hop
Island Hop
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sea Exposure
Valspar
Nearly identical
Relaxed Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Teal Lake
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Acapulco Cliffs
PPG
Very similar
Lakeshore
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Gulf Coast Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Very similar
Blessed Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Winter Time
Kilz
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Lake
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Lake
#579DA6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8393AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Lake
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Lake 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 Lake.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Lake — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Lake have?
Blue Lake 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 Blue Lake in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Lake from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Lake are Island Hop by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Sea Exposure by Valspar (a near-identical match), Relaxed Blue by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Lake'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 Lake?
Blue Lake has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.9, 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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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 Lake's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.