Bracken Blue CW-600 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6AA3AC, 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.
Ref. #6AA3AC · CW-600
Bracken Blue
32%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bracken Blue Technical Profile
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Bracken Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bracken Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBracken Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparSea Song
Sea Song
Valspar
Nearly identical
Teal Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Relaxed Blue
Behr
Very similar
Deepest Aqua
PPG
Very similar
Estuary
Kilz
Very similar
Island Hop
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blessed Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Freshwater
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
North Haven
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bracken Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Bracken Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bracken Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bracken Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bracken Blue are Sea Song by Valspar (a near-identical match), Gone Fishing by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bracken Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.