San Jose Blue 741 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #2D9CA2, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #2D9CA2 · 741
San Jose Blue
27%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
San Jose Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#2D9CA2
RGB45, 156, 162
Estimated LRV26.9
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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Colors That Work With San Jose Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match San Jose Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to San Jose Blue are Cool Rain by Valspar (a close digital match), Island Dream by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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