Del Mar Blue 704 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #94AAA1, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lotus Leaf from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #94AAA1 · 704
Del Mar Blue
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Del Mar Blue Technical Profile
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Del Mar Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Del Mar 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 MooreDel Mar Blue
Nearly identical
BehrLotus Leaf
Lotus Leaf
Behr
Nearly identical
Melville
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Melville
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Marine
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Green Water
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spruce Shade
PPG
Very similar
In the Abyss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Agate Green
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Winchester Green
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Del Mar Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Del Mar Blue
#94AAA1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AAAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Del Mar Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Del Mar 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 Del Mar Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Del Mar Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Del Mar Blue have?
Del Mar Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Del Mar Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Del Mar Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Del Mar Blue are Lotus Leaf by Behr (a near-identical match), Melville by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Melville by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Del Mar 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 Del Mar Blue?
Del Mar Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.6, 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 Del Mar Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.