Bowen Blue C-1376 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #246CA6, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Paddington Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #246CA6 · C-1376
Bowen Blue
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bowen Blue Technical Profile
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Bowen Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bowen Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintBowen Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePaddington Blue
Paddington Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
The Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bowen Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lovely Lapis
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Planetarium
PPG
Nearly identical
In the Nick
Valspar
Nearly identical
Electric Blue
Behr
Very similar
Sky Blue
RAL
Very similar
Blue Chip
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Beyond The Sea
Kilz
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bowen Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bowen Blue
#246CA6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E53AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bowen Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bowen 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Bowen 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.
Bowen Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bowen Blue have?
Bowen Blue by Vista Paint has a neutral 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 Bowen Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bowen Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bowen Blue are Paddington Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), The Blues by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Bowen Blue by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bowen 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 Bowen Blue?
Bowen Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.9, 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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Why Bowen Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.