Watercolor Blue 793 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BADAE8, LRV 66 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Tradition from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BADAE8 · 793
Watercolor Blue
66%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Watercolor Blue Technical Profile
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Watercolor Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Watercolor 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 MooreWatercolor Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparBlue Tradition
Blue Tradition
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blue Fin
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Journeys End
Behr
Nearly identical
Bridgewater Bay
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Glacier Point
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blooming Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Something Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fresh Water Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Summer Shower
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Watercolor Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Watercolor Blue
#BADAE8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A86B8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Watercolor Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Watercolor 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 Watercolor 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.
Watercolor Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Watercolor Blue have?
Watercolor 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 Watercolor Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Watercolor Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Watercolor Blue are Blue Tradition by Valspar (a near-identical match), Blue Fin by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Journeys End by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Watercolor 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 Watercolor Blue?
Watercolor Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Watercolor Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.