Ref. #95C3C6 · 2051-50
Tranquil Blue
50%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tranquil Blue Technical Profile
What color is Tranquil Blue? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #95C3C6. Colors similar to Tranquil Blue include Valspar Sea Seeker, Behr Aquifer, Vista Paint Coastal View. Tranquil Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 50, Tranquil Blue sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Tranquil Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tranquil Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tranquil Blue
#95C3C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8597AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tranquil Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tranquil 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 Tranquil 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.
Tranquil Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tranquil Blue have?
Tranquil Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Tranquil Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Sea Seeker by Valspar (#93C5C9), Aquifer by Behr (#98C4C5), Coastal View by Vista Paint (#93C6C9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tranquil Blue?
Tranquil Blue has an LRV of 49.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Tranquil Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.