Lucerne AF-530 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #3B657E, LRV 12 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Harborside from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3B657E · AF-530
Lucerne
12%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Lucerne Technical Profile
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Lucerne in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lucerne in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreLucerne
Nearly identical
KilzHarborside
Harborside
Kilz
Nearly identical
Blue Suede Shoes
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Azure Jazz
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ocean Storm
Behr
Nearly identical
Eames for Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Brigade
PPG
Very similar
Ribbon Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Santorini Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Very similar
Tory Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lucerne
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lucerne
#3B657E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5C6390
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lucerne
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lucerne 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 Lucerne.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lucerne — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lucerne have?
Lucerne 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 Lucerne in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lucerne from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lucerne are Harborside by Kilz (a near-identical match), Blue Suede Shoes by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Azure Jazz by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lucerne'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 Lucerne?
Lucerne has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lucerne's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.