Whipple Blue HC-152 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #779FB1, LRV 32 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winter Twilight from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #779FB1 · HC-152
Whipple Blue
32%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Whipple Blue Technical Profile
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Whipple Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Whipple 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 MooreWhipple Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparWinter Twilight
Winter Twilight
Valspar
Nearly identical
Miracle Bay
Kilz
Nearly identical
Meetinghouse Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Meetinghouse Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blue Cascade
Behr
Nearly identical
Bluebird Feather
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lake Winnipeg
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Americana
PPG
Very similar
Moonlit Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Whipple Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whipple Blue
#779FB1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858CAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whipple Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whipple 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 Whipple 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.
Whipple Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whipple Blue have?
Whipple 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 Whipple Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Whipple Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whipple Blue are Winter Twilight by Valspar (a near-identical match), Miracle Bay by Kilz (a near-identical match), Meetinghouse Blue by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Whipple 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 Whipple Blue?
Whipple Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Whipple Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.