Exhale AF-515 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A0B9C2, LRV 46 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Shore from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A0B9C2 · AF-515
Exhale
46%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Exhale Technical Profile
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Exhale in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Exhale in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreExhale
Nearly identical
ValsparSoft Shore
Soft Shore
Valspar
Nearly identical
French Moire
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Valor
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Beach Water
Kilz
Nearly identical
Key Largo Bay
PPG
Nearly identical
Clear Vista
Behr
Nearly identical
Exotic Port
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Frozen Tundra
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
In the Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Exhale
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Exhale
#A0B9C2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858EAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Exhale
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Exhale 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 Exhale.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Exhale — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Exhale have?
Exhale by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) 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 Exhale in your own space before committing.
What colors match Exhale from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Exhale are Soft Shore by Valspar (a near-identical match), French Moire by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Valor by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Exhale'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 Exhale?
Exhale has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.1, 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 Exhale's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.