Tidal Wave 2061-50 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #7DB8D7, LRV 44 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cascade Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7DB8D7 · 2061-50
Tidal Wave
44%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tidal Wave Technical Profile
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Tidal Wave in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tidal Wave in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreTidal Wave
Nearly identical
Vista PaintCascade Blue
Cascade Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Regale Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Perfect Day
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Harbor Sky
PPG
Nearly identical
Water Fountain
Valspar
Nearly identical
Simply Posh
Behr
Very similar
Calm Spring
Kilz
Very similar
Mountain Main
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bonnie Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tidal Wave
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tidal Wave
#7DB8D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7983B9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tidal Wave
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tidal Wave 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 Tidal Wave.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tidal Wave — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tidal Wave have?
Tidal Wave 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 Tidal Wave in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tidal Wave from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tidal Wave are Cascade Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Regale Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Perfect Day by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tidal Wave'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 Tidal Wave?
Tidal Wave has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.5, 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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Related Reading
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 Tidal Wave's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.