Blue Wave 2065-50 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6FB9E6, 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.
Ref. #6FB9E6 · 2065-50
Blue Wave
44%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Wave Technical Profile
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Blue Wave in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Wave 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 Wave
Nearly identical
ValsparSea Frolic
Sea Frolic
Valspar
Nearly identical
Xavier Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Sanctuary Spa
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Robin's Egg
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cest La Vie
Behr
Very similar
Cascade Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Perfect Day
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Azure Pool
Kilz
Very similar
Regale Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Wave
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Blue Wave.
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 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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Wave in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Wave from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Wave are Sea Frolic by Valspar (a near-identical match), Xavier Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Blue Note by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Wave's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.