H2O CC-878 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A2C0D6, LRV 50 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Water Drop from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A2C0D6 · CC-878
H2O
50%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
H2O Technical Profile
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H2O in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to H2O in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreH2O
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyWater Drop
Water Drop
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Jordan'S Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Bluette
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bluette
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Soft Chambray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Anchors Away
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Breezy
Valspar
Very similar
Gentle Sky
Behr
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Blissful Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With H2O
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
H2O
#A2C0D6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8185B1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for H2O
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
H2O 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 H2O.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
H2O — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does H2O have?
H2O 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 H2O in your own space before committing.
What colors match H2O from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to H2O are Water Drop by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Jordan'S Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Blue Bows by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting H2O'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 H2O?
H2O has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.2, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why H2O's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.