Waterdrop CC-902 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #5D7AB4, LRV 22 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Harbor Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5D7AB4 · CC-902
Waterdrop
22%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Waterdrop Technical Profile
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Waterdrop in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Waterdrop in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreWaterdrop
Nearly identical
Vista PaintHarbor Blue
Harbor Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Caribbean Current
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Royal Fortune
Behr
Very similar
Bright Cornflower Blue
PPG
Very similar
Bodega Bay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Stylish Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Burbling Brook
Valspar
Very similar
Lupine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Beautified Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Waterdrop
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Waterdrop
#5D7AB4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A83AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Waterdrop
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Waterdrop 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 Waterdrop.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Waterdrop — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Waterdrop have?
Waterdrop by Benjamin Moore has a cool (violet) 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 Waterdrop in your own space before committing.
What colors match Waterdrop from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Waterdrop are Harbor Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Caribbean Current by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Caribbean Current by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Waterdrop'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 Waterdrop?
Waterdrop has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.5, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Waterdrop's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.