Yosemite Blue 2059-40 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #18A2C9, LRV 33 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Charybdis from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #18A2C9 · 2059-40
Yosemite Blue
33%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Yosemite Blue Technical Profile
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Yosemite Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Yosemite 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 MooreYosemite Blue
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sCharybdis
Charybdis
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Charybdis
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Major Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sticky Note Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Reboot
Behr
Nearly identical
Pool Party
Valspar
Very similar
Overboard
Kilz
Very similar
Perfect Puddle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pool Party
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yosemite Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yosemite Blue
#18A2C9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5372C1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yosemite Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yosemite 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 Yosemite 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.
Yosemite Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yosemite Blue have?
Yosemite 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 Yosemite Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Yosemite Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Yosemite Blue are Charybdis by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Charybdis by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), True Sky Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Yosemite 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 Yosemite Blue?
Yosemite Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.5, 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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Related Reading
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 Yosemite Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.