San Jose Blue 741 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #2D9CA2, LRV 27 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cool Rain from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2D9CA2 · 741
San Jose Blue
27%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
San Jose Blue Technical Profile
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San Jose Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to San Jose 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 MooreSan Jose Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparCool Rain
Cool Rain
Valspar
Nearly identical
Island Dream
Behr
Nearly identical
Riviera Paradise
PPG
Very similar
Aqua Marine
Vista Paint
Very similar
Siren Song
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Tropical Twist
Kilz
Very similar
Pleasant Stream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Peacock Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Aquarium
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With San Jose Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
San Jose Blue
#2D9CA2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#567DAC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for San Jose Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
San Jose 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 San Jose 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.
San Jose Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does San Jose Blue have?
San Jose 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 San Jose Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match San Jose Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to San Jose Blue are Cool Rain by Valspar (a near-identical match), Island Dream by Behr (a near-identical match), Riviera Paradise by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting San Jose 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 San Jose Blue?
San Jose Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.9, 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 San Jose Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.