Buckland Blue HC-151 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #628798, LRV 22 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Granite Falls from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #628798 · HC-151
Buckland Blue
22%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Buckland Blue Technical Profile
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Buckland Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Buckland 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 MooreBuckland Blue
Nearly identical
PPGGranite Falls
Granite Falls
PPG
Nearly identical
Charcoal Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Spirit Mountain
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Brookside
Valspar
Very similar
Leisure Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Storm Blue Sky
Vista Paint
Very similar
High Seas Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dusty Turquoise
Kilz
Very similar
Rocky Hill
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Buckland Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Buckland Blue
#628798
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8289AB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Buckland Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Buckland 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 Buckland 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.
Buckland Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Buckland Blue have?
Buckland 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 Buckland Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Buckland Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Buckland Blue are Granite Falls by PPG (a near-identical match), Charcoal Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), South Pacific by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Buckland 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 Buckland Blue?
Buckland Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Buckland Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.