Watertown 818 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #5C7FB8, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #5C7FB8 · 818
Watertown
21%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Watertown Technical Profile
HEX Code#5C7FB8
RGB92, 127, 184
Estimated LRV20.9
UndertoneCool (Violet)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Watertown
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Watertown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Watertown are Blue Iolite by Behr (a close digital match), Bodega Bay by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Bright Cornflower Blue by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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