Citadel CC-936 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #94A7BF, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Celestial Horizon from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #94A7BF · CC-936
Citadel
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Citadel in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Citadel in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCitadel
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCelestial Horizon
Celestial Horizon
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Paris
Behr
Nearly identical
Brush Stroke
Valspar
Very similar
Paris Sky Blue
PPG
Very similar
Cosmos
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Ballad
Kilz
Very similar
Bachelor Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Beecher Falls
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Pot
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Citadel
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citadel
#94A7BF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8785AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citadel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citadel 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 Citadel.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Citadel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citadel have?
Citadel by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Citadel in your own space before committing.
What colors match Citadel from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citadel are Celestial Horizon by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Rapid Waters by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Paris by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Citadel'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 Citadel?
Citadel has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Citadel's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.