Blue Rapids 745 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #96C9D3, LRV 53 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Idyllic Isle from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #96C9D3 · 745
Blue Rapids
53%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Rapids Technical Profile
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Blue Rapids in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Rapids 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 Rapids
Nearly identical
PPGIdyllic Isle
Idyllic Isle
PPG
Nearly identical
Surfside
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dripping Springs
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gentle Aquamarine
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sea Sparkle
Valspar
Nearly identical
Waving Waters
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cosmic Blue
Behr
Very similar
Joyful Morning
Vista Paint
Very similar
Orleans Tune
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Rapids
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Rapids
#96C9D3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8091B2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Rapids
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Rapids 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
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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 Rapids — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Rapids have?
Blue Rapids 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 Rapids in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Rapids from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Rapids are Idyllic Isle by PPG (a near-identical match), Surfside by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Dripping Springs by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Rapids'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 Rapids?
Blue Rapids has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Rapids's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.