Nova Scotia Blue 796 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6CA4D1, LRV 36 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ocean Ridge from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6CA4D1 · 796
Nova Scotia Blue
36%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Nova Scotia Blue Technical Profile
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Nova Scotia Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nova Scotia 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 MooreNova Scotia Blue
Nearly identical
BehrOcean Ridge
Ocean Ridge
Behr
Nearly identical
Marina
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Acapulco Dive
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Overcast
PPG
Nearly identical
Enchanted Sea
Valspar
Nearly identical
Acapulco Dive
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Blue Morning Glory
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Coast Drive
Kilz
Very similar
Lobelia
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nova Scotia Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nova Scotia Blue
#6CA4D1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#797CB9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nova Scotia Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nova Scotia 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 Nova Scotia 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.
Nova Scotia Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nova Scotia Blue have?
Nova Scotia 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 Nova Scotia Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nova Scotia Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nova Scotia Blue are Ocean Ridge by Behr (a near-identical match), Marina by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Acapulco Dive by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nova Scotia 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 Nova Scotia Blue?
Nova Scotia Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.3, 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 Nova Scotia Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.