Santa Monica Blue 776 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #3B6F8D, LRV 14 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tory Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3B6F8D · 776
Santa Monica Blue
14%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Santa Monica Blue Technical Profile
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Santa Monica Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Santa Monica 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 MooreSanta Monica Blue
Nearly identical
Vista PaintTory Blue
Tory Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Soul Search
Behr
Nearly identical
Big Sur Blue Jade
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Down Pour
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wind Surfing
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tory Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Photogenic
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Oasis
PPG
Very similar
Rain Shower Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Santa Monica Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Santa Monica Blue
#3B6F8D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5F679C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Santa Monica Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica 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.
Santa Monica Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Santa Monica Blue have?
Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Santa Monica Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Santa Monica Blue are Tory Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Soul Search by Behr (a near-identical match), Big Sur Blue Jade by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica Blue?
Santa Monica Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Santa Monica Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.