Glacier Blue 1653 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C9DFE3, estimated LRV 71 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Peaceful Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #C9DFE3 · 1653
Glacier Blue
71%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Glacier Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#C9DFE3
RGB201, 223, 227
Estimated LRV70.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Compare alternatives to Glacier Blue
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Peaceful Blue
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#CAE1E6
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Byte Blue
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#C5DCE0
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#CBDEE2
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Lament Blue
Valspar
#CADCE0
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Shark
Dunn-Edwards
#CADCDE
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Endless Sky
Behr
#CAE3EA
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Blue Lustre
Kilz
#CCDEE3
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Zircon Ice
Hirshfield's
#D0E4E5
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Sierra Spring
Vista Paint
#C9DADE
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Dream .01
Colorhouse
#CAE9EE
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Colors That Work With Glacier Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Glacier Blue
#C9DFE3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8593AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Glacier Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Glacier 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
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Glacier Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Glacier Blue have?
Glacier Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Glacier Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Glacier Blue are Peaceful Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Morning Dew by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Byte Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Glacier 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 Glacier Blue?
Glacier Blue has a estimated lightness value of 70.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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