Ref. #2575A4 · 784
Blue Macaw
18%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Macaw Technical Profile
What color is Blue Macaw? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #2575A4. Colors similar to Blue Macaw include PPG North Sea, Behr Sojourn Blue, Sherwin-Williams Danube. Blue Macaw has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Blue Macaw creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Blue Macaw
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Blue Macaw from other brands?
The closest matches are North Sea by PPG (#1D78AB), Sojourn Blue by Behr (#3077A7), Danube by Sherwin-Williams (#2377A2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Macaw?
Blue Macaw has an LRV of 18.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Macaw's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.