Polaris Blue 1649 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #7D949F, LRV 28 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Laguna from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7D949F · 1649
Polaris Blue
28%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Polaris Blue Technical Profile
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Polaris Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Polaris 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 MoorePolaris Blue
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyBlue Laguna
Blue Laguna
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Poolhouse
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Totally Scientific
Kilz
Nearly identical
Silent Tide
Behr
Nearly identical
Seastone
PPG
Nearly identical
Cottage Door
Valspar
Very similar
Breezy Indigo
Vista Paint
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Silver Storm
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Breath-Taking View
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Silver Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Polaris Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Polaris Blue
#7D949F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858CAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Polaris Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Polaris 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 Polaris Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Polaris Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Polaris Blue have?
Polaris Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Polaris Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Polaris Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Polaris Blue are Blue Laguna by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Poolhouse by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Totally Scientific by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Polaris 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 Polaris Blue?
Polaris Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.0, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Polaris Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.