Harbor Side Blue 740 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #5DB6BA, estimated LRV 39 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Caribbean Teal from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #5DB6BA · 740
Harbor Side Blue
39%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Harbor Side Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#5DB6BA
RGB93, 182, 186
Estimated LRV39.3
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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Colors That Work With Harbor Side Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Harbor Side Blue
#5DB6BA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8097B2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Harbor Side Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Harbor Side Blue Room Palettes
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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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Harbor Side Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Harbor Side Blue have?
Harbor Side Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) 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 Harbor Side Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Harbor Side Blue are Caribbean Teal by PPG (a close digital match), Brookside by Vista Paint (a very close match), Vivid Turquoise by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Harbor Side 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 Harbor Side Blue?
Harbor Side Blue has a estimated lightness value of 39.3, 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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