Pool Blue 6944 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #B5E3E2 and LRV 70. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Diamond from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B5E3E2 · 6944
Pool Blue
70%LRV Value
Pool Blue Technical Profile
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Pool Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pool Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsPool Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBlue Diamond
Blue Diamond
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Seascape Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Gentle Sea
Behr
Nearly identical
Frosty
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blues Tunes
Kilz
Nearly identical
Hint of Turquoise
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Luxor Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Soaring Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Baby Aqua
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dream .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pool Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pool Blue
#B5E3E2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D9AB5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pool Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pool 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Pool 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.
Pool Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Pool Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pool Blue are Blue Diamond by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Seascape Green by PPG (a near-identical match), Gentle Sea by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pool 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 Pool Blue?
Pool Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 70.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Pool Blue depends on the room. Here's how to choose.