Water Blue 5021 is a blue paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #256D7B, estimated 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.
RAL · #256D7B · 5021
Water Blue
13%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Water Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#256D7B
RGB37, 109, 123
Estimated LRV12.8
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandRAL
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Colors That Work With Water Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Water Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Water Blue are Varsity Blues by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Naples Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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