Schooner AF-520 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #537788, estimated LRV 17 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is San Miguel Blue from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #537788 · AF-520
Schooner
17%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Schooner Technical Profile
HEX Code#537788
RGB83, 119, 136
Estimated LRV16.8
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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Colors That Work With Schooner
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Schooner
#537788
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6F789F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Schooner
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Schooner 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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Schooner — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Schooner have?
Schooner 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 Schooner from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Schooner are San Miguel Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Cayman Bay by Behr (a close digital match), Rocky Hill by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Schooner'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 Schooner?
Schooner has a estimated lightness value of 16.8, 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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