Ref. #9ECECC · 2050-50
Waterfall
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Waterfall Technical Profile
What color is Waterfall? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #9ECECC. Colors similar to Waterfall include Vista Paint Fair Farmington, Behr Hopeful Blue, Colorhouse Dream .04. Waterfall has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 56, Waterfall 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 Waterfall
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Waterfall
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Waterfall
#9ECECC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859BAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Waterfall
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Waterfall 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 Waterfall.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Waterfall — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Waterfall have?
Waterfall by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Waterfall from other brands?
The closest matches are Fair Farmington by Vista Paint (#A2D2D0), Hopeful Blue by Behr (#A0D2CF), Dream .04 by Colorhouse (#9CC7C4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Waterfall?
Waterfall has an LRV of 55.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Waterfall's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.