Blue Macaw 784 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #2575A4, LRV 18 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Surf'S Up from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2575A4 · 784
Blue Macaw
18%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Macaw Technical Profile
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Blue Macaw in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Macaw 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 Macaw
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSurf'S Up
Surf'S Up
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
North Sea
PPG
Nearly identical
Sojourn Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Danube
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Splashed Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Aspiration
Kilz
Very similar
Biloxi Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Biloxi Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sky Blue
RAL
Very similar
Cosmic Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Macaw
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Macaw
#2575A4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E5BAE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Macaw
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Macaw 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 Macaw.
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 Macaw — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Macaw have?
Blue Macaw 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 Macaw in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Macaw from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Macaw are Surf'S Up by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), North Sea by PPG (a near-identical match), Sojourn Blue by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Macaw'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 Macaw?
Blue Macaw has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.2, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Macaw's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.