Province Blue 2135-40 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #839CA2, LRV 31 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lakeview from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #839CA2 · 2135-40
Province Blue
31%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Province Blue Technical Profile
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Province Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Province 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 MooreProvince Blue
Nearly identical
BehrLakeview
Lakeview
Behr
Nearly identical
Ocean Melody
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Neptune'S Rings
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Ocean Melody
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Symphony Of Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Tranquil Aqua
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Water .05
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Impressionist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stone Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Totally Scientific
Kilz
Very similar
Cape Cod Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Silver Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Province Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Province Blue
#839CA2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8591AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Province Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Province 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 Province Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Province Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Province Blue have?
Province Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Province Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Province Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Province Blue are Lakeview by Behr (a near-identical match), Ocean Melody by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Neptune'S Rings by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Province 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 Province Blue?
Province Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.2, 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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Related Reading
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 Province Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.