Ref. #A1D7E3 · 766
Delano Waters
62%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Delano Waters Technical Profile
What color is Delano Waters? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #A1D7E3. Colors similar to Delano Waters include PPG Ocean Cruise, Kilz Cloud Break, Behr Partly Cloudy. Delano Waters has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Delano Waters sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Delano Waters
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Delano Waters
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Delano Waters
#A1D7E3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#788DBA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Delano Waters
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Delano Waters 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 Delano Waters.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Delano Waters — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Delano Waters have?
Delano Waters by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Delano Waters from other brands?
The closest matches are Ocean Cruise by PPG (#9CD4E1), Cloud Break by Kilz (#A6D7E2), Partly Cloudy by Behr (#9ED4E2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Delano Waters?
Delano Waters has an LRV of 61.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Delano Waters's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.