Early Morning CC-818 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9CB2BC, LRV 43 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stonewash Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9CB2BC · CC-818
Early Morning
43%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Early Morning Technical Profile
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Early Morning in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Early Morning in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreEarly Morning
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyStonewash Blue
Stonewash Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cat's Meow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dockside Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Power Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
In the Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
In the Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mountain Stream
PPG
Nearly identical
Beach Water
Kilz
Very similar
Irogon Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Early Morning
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Early Morning
#9CB2BC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858CAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Early Morning
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Early Morning 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
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Early Morning — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Early Morning have?
Early Morning by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) 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 Early Morning in your own space before committing.
What colors match Early Morning from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Early Morning are Stonewash Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Cat's Meow by Valspar (a near-identical match), Dockside Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Early Morning'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 Early Morning?
Early Morning has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Early Morning's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.