Mediterranean Breeze 799 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B8D5E3, LRV 63 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aviator Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B8D5E3 · 799
Mediterranean Breeze
63%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Mediterranean Breeze Technical Profile
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Mediterranean Breeze in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mediterranean Breeze in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMediterranean Breeze
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyAviator Blue
Aviator Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Millstream
Behr
Nearly identical
Blooming Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bridgewater Bay
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Adrift
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dockside
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Siesta Key Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Mountain Stream
Kilz
Nearly identical
Something Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mediterranean Breeze
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mediterranean Breeze
#B8D5E3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E88B4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mediterranean Breeze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mediterranean Breeze 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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Mediterranean Breeze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mediterranean Breeze have?
Mediterranean Breeze 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 Mediterranean Breeze in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mediterranean Breeze from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mediterranean Breeze are Aviator Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Millstream by Behr (a near-identical match), Blue Fin by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mediterranean Breeze'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 Mediterranean Breeze?
Mediterranean Breeze has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mediterranean Breeze's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.