Poolside Blue 2048-40 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #20BAB5, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #20BAB5 · 2048-40
Poolside Blue
39%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Poolside Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#20BAB5
RGB32, 186, 181
Estimated LRV38.8
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Alexandra Valley
Vista Paint
#00BCB5
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#3CB5B1
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#17B5B5
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#41BFB5
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#3AA9AE
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Colors That Work With Poolside Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Poolside Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Poolside Blue are Alexandra Valley by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Turquoise Tint by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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