Watertown 818 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #5C7FB8, LRV 21 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Iolite from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5C7FB8 · 818
Watertown
21%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Watertown Technical Profile
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Watertown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Watertown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreWatertown
Nearly identical
BehrBlue Iolite
Blue Iolite
Behr
Nearly identical
Bodega Bay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bright Cornflower Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Cobalt Glow
Valspar
Very similar
Harbor Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Caribbean Current
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Perfect Periwinkle
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Stylish Blue
Kilz
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 Watertown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Watertown
#5C7FB8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8781B1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Watertown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Watertown 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 Watertown.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Watertown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Watertown have?
Watertown 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 Watertown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Watertown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Watertown are Blue Iolite by Behr (a near-identical match), Bodega Bay by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Bright Cornflower Blue by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Watertown'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 Watertown?
Watertown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.9, 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 Watertown's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.