Caribbean Blue Water 2055-30 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #017C8F, LRV 16 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kingfisher Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #017C8F · 2055-30
Caribbean Blue Water
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Caribbean Blue Water Technical Profile
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Caribbean Blue Water in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Caribbean Blue Water in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCaribbean Blue Water
Nearly identical
PPGKingfisher Blue
Kingfisher Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
By the Bayou
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Parrot Flight
Valspar
Nearly identical
Great Falls
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Calypso Blue
Behr
Very similar
Basic Teal
Kilz
Very similar
Wish Upon a Star
Vista Paint
Very similar
Deep Marine
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wish Upon a Star
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Water Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caribbean Blue Water
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caribbean Blue Water
#017C8F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#28529B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caribbean Blue Water
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caribbean Blue Water 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Caribbean Blue Water — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caribbean Blue Water have?
Caribbean Blue Water 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 Caribbean Blue Water in your own space before committing.
What colors match Caribbean Blue Water from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Caribbean Blue Water are Kingfisher Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), By the Bayou by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Bermuda by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Caribbean Blue Water'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 Caribbean Blue Water?
Caribbean Blue Water has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.4, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Caribbean Blue Water's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.