Franklin Lakes 1643 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #85A1AC, LRV 34 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cloisonne Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #85A1AC · 1643
Franklin Lakes
34%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Franklin Lakes Technical Profile
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Franklin Lakes in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Franklin Lakes in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreFranklin Lakes
Nearly identical
BehrCloisonne Blue
Cloisonne Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Impressionist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Powder Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Serene Stream
PPG
Nearly identical
Moonlit Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lake Winnipeg
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Endless Rain
Kilz
Very similar
Ocean Melody
Vista Paint
Very similar
Breath-Taking View
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Stone Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Franklin Lakes
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Franklin Lakes
#85A1AC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Franklin Lakes
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Franklin Lakes 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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Franklin Lakes — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Franklin Lakes have?
Franklin Lakes 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 Franklin Lakes in your own space before committing.
What colors match Franklin Lakes from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Franklin Lakes are Cloisonne Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Impressionist by Valspar (a near-identical match), Cool December by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Franklin Lakes'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 Franklin Lakes?
Franklin Lakes has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Franklin Lakes's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.