Bulfinch Blue H0043 is a neutral paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #93AFB4, LRV 40 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Windswept Clouds from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #93AFB4 · H0043
Bulfinch Blue
40%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bulfinch Blue Technical Profile
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Bulfinch Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bulfinch 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 PaintBulfinch Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparWindswept Clouds
Windswept Clouds
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bulfinch Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ocean City Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Quiet Moment
Behr
Nearly identical
Master Matt
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Intricate Aqua
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mountain Stream
PPG
Very similar
Stone Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Interesting Aqua
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sardine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bulfinch Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bulfinch Blue
#93AFB4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8593AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bulfinch Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bulfinch 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 Bulfinch Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bulfinch Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bulfinch Blue have?
Bulfinch Blue by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bulfinch Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bulfinch Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bulfinch Blue are Windswept Clouds by Valspar (a near-identical match), Bulfinch Blue by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Wonder Land by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bulfinch 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 Bulfinch Blue?
Bulfinch Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bulfinch Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.