Blue Wave 2065-50 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6FB9E6, estimated LRV 44 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sea Frolic from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #6FB9E6 · 2065-50
Blue Wave
44%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Wave Technical Profile
HEX Code#6FB9E6
RGB111, 185, 230
Estimated LRV43.8
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Blue Wave
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Wave
#6FB9E6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E78C4
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Wave
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Wave 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
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Blue Wave — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Wave have?
Blue Wave by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Blue Wave from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Wave are Sea Frolic by Valspar (a close digital match), Xavier Blue by PPG (a close digital match), Blue Note by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Wave'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 Wave?
Blue Wave has a estimated lightness value of 43.8, 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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