Lafayette Blue CW-610 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6DA7C5, LRV 37 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soul Blue from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6DA7C5 · CW-610
Lafayette Blue
37%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Lafayette Blue Technical Profile
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Lafayette Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lafayette Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreLafayette Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparSoul Blue
Soul Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Serene Sea
PPG
Nearly identical
Sea of Atlantis
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Jean Jacket Blue
Behr
Very similar
Sea of Atlantis
Vista Paint
Very similar
Calm Spring
Kilz
Very similar
Himalayan Blue Poppy
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Jacaranda
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Nautic Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lafayette Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lafayette Blue
#6DA7C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F87B3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lafayette Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lafayette 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Lafayette Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lafayette Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lafayette Blue have?
Lafayette Blue 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 Lafayette Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lafayette Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lafayette Blue are Soul Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Serene Sea by PPG (a near-identical match), Tidal Basin by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Lafayette 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 Lafayette Blue?
Lafayette Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lafayette Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.