Surf Blue 2056-30 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #01818C, LRV 18 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bay Teal from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #01818C · 2056-30
Surf Blue
18%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Surf Blue Technical Profile
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Surf Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Surf 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 MooreSurf Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparBay Teal
Bay Teal
Valspar
Nearly identical
The Big Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Briny
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Caribe
Behr
Nearly identical
Scuba
Kilz
Nearly identical
River Fountain
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bermuda
PPG
Very similar
Turquoise Blue
RAL
Very similar
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Aqua Marine
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Wish Upon a Star
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Surf Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Surf Blue
#01818C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#275799
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Surf Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Surf 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 Surf 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.
Surf Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Surf Blue have?
Surf 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 Surf Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Surf Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Surf Blue are Bay Teal by Valspar (a near-identical match), The Big Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Briny by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Surf 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 Surf Blue?
Surf Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Surf Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.