Stratford Blue 831 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #7786A2, LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Guest Blue from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7786A2 · 831
Stratford Blue
24%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Stratford Blue Technical Profile
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Stratford Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Stratford 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 MooreStratford Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparGuest Blue
Guest Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Formal Affair
Behr
Nearly identical
Periwinks
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Evening Hush
PPG
Very similar
Pale Orchid
Vista Paint
Very similar
Enchanting Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Searching Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
North Beach Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Celestial Horizon
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Telegrey 2
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stratford Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stratford Blue
#7786A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8B85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stratford Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stratford 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 Stratford Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Stratford Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stratford Blue have?
Stratford Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Stratford Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Stratford Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Stratford Blue are Guest Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Formal Affair by Behr (a near-identical match), Periwinks by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Stratford 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 Stratford Blue?
Stratford Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Stratford Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.