Water Blue 5021 is a blue paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #256D7B, LRV 13 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Varsity Blues from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #256D7B · 5021
Water Blue
13%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Water Blue Technical Profile
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Water Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Water Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALWater Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreVarsity Blues
Varsity Blues
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
True Teal
Kilz
Very similar
Coastal Jetty
Behr
Very similar
Caribbean Holiday
PPG
Very similar
Great Blue Green
Vista Paint
Very similar
Teal Fury
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blue Nile
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Deep Marine
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Night Scape
Valspar
Very similar
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Bold Bolection
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Water Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Water Blue
#256D7B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#475E8C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Water Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Water 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 RAL Colors
Other RAL colors close to Water 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.
Water Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Water Blue have?
Water Blue by RAL 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 Water Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Water Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Water Blue are Varsity Blues by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Naples Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), True Teal by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Water 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 Water Blue?
Water Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.8, 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 Water Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.