Grand Rapids 835 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BBD2DD, LRV 62 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Abstract Idea from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBD2DD · 835
Grand Rapids
62%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Grand Rapids Technical Profile
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Grand Rapids in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Grand Rapids in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreGrand Rapids
Nearly identical
Vista PaintAbstract Idea
Abstract Idea
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Abstract Idea
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Schoolboy Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Summer Shower
Kilz
Nearly identical
Millstream
Behr
Nearly identical
Slighted Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Magic Wand
PPG
Nearly identical
Falling Tears
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Take Five
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grand Rapids
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grand Rapids
#BBD2DD
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 Grand Rapids
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grand Rapids 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Grand Rapids — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grand Rapids have?
Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids in your own space before committing.
What colors match Grand Rapids from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grand Rapids are Abstract Idea by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Abstract Idea by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Swirling Water by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Grand Rapids'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 Grand Rapids?
Grand Rapids has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Grand Rapids's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.