Ref. #84A1AE · CSP-650
Cable Knit Sweater
34%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Cable Knit Sweater Technical Profile
What color is Cable Knit Sweater? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #84A1AE. Colors similar to Cable Knit Sweater include Behr Cool December, Dunn-Edwards Lake Winnipeg, Behr Raging Sea. Cable Knit Sweater has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 34 gives Cable Knit Sweater depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Cable Knit Sweater
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Cool December
Behr
Nearly identical
Lake Winnipeg
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Serene Stream
PPG
Nearly identical
Impressionist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Favorite Jeans
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Winding River
Kilz
Nearly identical
Breath-taking View
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Breath-Taking View
Vista Paint
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cable Knit Sweater
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cable Knit Sweater
#84A1AE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858CAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cable Knit Sweater
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cable Knit Sweater 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 Cable Knit Sweater.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cable Knit Sweater — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cable Knit Sweater have?
Cable Knit Sweater by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Cable Knit Sweater from other brands?
The closest matches are Cool December by Behr (#83A3B0), Lake Winnipeg by Dunn-Edwards (#80A1B0), Raging Sea by Behr (#84A4B1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cable Knit Sweater?
Cable Knit Sweater has an LRV of 33.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Cable Knit Sweater's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.