Bracken Blue CW-600 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6AA3AC, estimated LRV 32 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sea Song from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #6AA3AC · CW-600
Bracken Blue
32%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bracken Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#6AA3AC
RGB106, 163, 172
Estimated LRV32.2
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 Bracken Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bracken Blue
#6AA3AC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8593AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bracken Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bracken Blue 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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Bracken Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bracken Blue have?
Bracken Blue 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 Bracken Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bracken Blue are Sea Song by Valspar (a close digital match), Gone Fishing by Valspar (a close digital match), Teal Lake by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Bracken Blue'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 Bracken Blue?
Bracken Blue has a estimated lightness value of 32.2, 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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