Lafayette Blue CW-610 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6DA7C5, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #6DA7C5 · CW-610
Lafayette Blue
37%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Lafayette Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#6DA7C5
RGB109, 167, 197
Estimated LRV37.1
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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#73A9C2
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#78A7C3
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Colors That Work With Lafayette Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Lafayette Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lafayette Blue are Soul Blue by Valspar (a close digital match), Serene Sea by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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