Ref. #4399C5 · 783
Lake Tahoe
30%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Lake Tahoe Technical Profile
What color is Lake Tahoe? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #4399C5. Colors similar to Lake Tahoe include Behr Hemisphere, Vista Paint Bonaventure, Behr Honest Blue. Lake Tahoe has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 30 gives Lake Tahoe depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Lake Tahoe
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lake Tahoe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lake Tahoe
#4399C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7983B9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lake Tahoe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lake Tahoe 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 Lake Tahoe.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lake Tahoe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lake Tahoe have?
Lake Tahoe by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Lake Tahoe from other brands?
The closest matches are Hemisphere by Behr (#4699C4), Bonaventure by Vista Paint (#4A9CC7), Honest Blue by Behr (#4C96BB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lake Tahoe?
Lake Tahoe has an LRV of 30.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lake Tahoe's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.