Poolside Blue 2048-40 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #20BAB5, LRV 39 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Alexandra Valley from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #20BAB5 · 2048-40
Poolside Blue
39%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Poolside Blue Technical Profile
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Poolside Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Poolside 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 MoorePoolside Blue
Nearly identical
Vista PaintAlexandra Valley
Alexandra Valley
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Turquoise Tint
Valspar
Nearly identical
Caicos Turquoise
Behr
Very similar
Tint Of Turquoise
PPG
Very similar
Cyan Sky
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Aquatica
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Teal Me No Lies
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Tropical Escape
Kilz
Very similar
Aquarium
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Poolside Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Poolside Blue
#20BAB5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#538ABA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Poolside Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Poolside 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 Poolside 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.
Poolside Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Poolside Blue have?
Poolside 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 Poolside Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Poolside Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Poolside Blue are Alexandra Valley by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Turquoise Tint by Valspar (a near-identical match), Cool Turquoise by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Poolside 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 Poolside Blue?
Poolside Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.8, 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 Poolside Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.