Ref. #4BA4A9 · DE5739
Montego Bay
31%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Montego Bay Technical Profile
What color is Montego Bay? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #4BA4A9. Colors similar to Montego Bay include Behr Blue Square, MPC Mardi Gras Teal, Benjamin Moore Blue Spa. Montego Bay has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives Montego Bay depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Montego Bay
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Montego Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Montego Bay
#4BA4A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B91AC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Montego Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Montego Bay 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Montego Bay.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Montego Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Montego Bay have?
Montego Bay by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Montego Bay from other brands?
The closest matches are Blue Square by Behr (#46A5AA), Mardi Gras Teal by MPC (#4CA2A8), Blue Spa by Benjamin Moore (#4A9FA2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Montego Bay?
Montego Bay has an LRV of 30.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Montego Bay's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.