Covington Blue HC-138 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #94B6AD, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Valley Haze from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #94B6AD · HC-138
Covington Blue
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Covington Blue Technical Profile
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Covington Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Covington 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 MooreCovington Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparValley Haze
Valley Haze
Valspar
Nearly identical
Kentucky Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Treetop
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lady Liberty
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Vintage Vessel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Opal Silk
Behr
Very similar
Longfellow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Longfellow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Oceanic
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Covington Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Covington Blue
#94B6AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A4AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Covington Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Covington 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 Covington Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Covington Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Covington Blue have?
Covington Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Covington Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Covington Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Covington Blue are Valley Haze by Valspar (a near-identical match), Kentucky Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Treetop by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Covington 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 Covington Blue?
Covington Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.8, 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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