Wythe Blue BM HC-143

Wythe Blue LRV and undertone

Benjamin Moore Wythe Blue (HC-143) has an LRV of 48.11, placing it in the mid-tone range. Its listed color family is green, and its calculated undertone is also green. Light reflectance value measures how much visible light a surface reflects, with lower numbers indicating darker colors and higher numbers indicating lighter ones. At 48.11, this color reflects a moderate amount of light, giving it more depth than a light neutral while avoiding the low reflectance associated with dark paint.

Wythe Blue’s green classification is useful when comparing it with blue or gray alternatives, but the surrounding colors and lighting still influence how it appears. North-facing rooms often emphasize cooler qualities, whereas stronger southern daylight can make colors look brighter. Compare a painted sample with nearby wood, stone, flooring, and trim. White trim can emphasize the difference between wall and woodwork, while a related muted neutral may create a less pronounced transition.

Wythe Blue in other brands

The closest listed cross-brand option is Behr Watery (HDC-CT-26), with an LRV of 49.0 and ΔE 4.3. This is a similar color, although the difference should be visible when the two samples are placed together. Behr Jojoba (N390-3) has an LRV of 47.0 and ΔE 5.3, while Sherwin-Williams Rainwashed (SW 6211) has an LRV of 59.0 and ΔE 5.6. Both are more distant matches based on ΔE. Values below 1 indicate near-identical colors, 1 to 2 indicate very close matches, and 2 to 4 indicate close but visible differences. Values above 4 describe colors that are only similar.

Sherwin-Williams Oyster Bay (SW 6206), with an LRV of 44.0 and ΔE 6.2, is another option for comparison. Its lower LRV means it reflects less light than Wythe Blue. Evaluate each sample in the intended room before selecting a substitute.

Lighter and darker Benjamin Moore alternatives

Benjamin Moore Palladian Blue (HC-144) has an LRV of 60.4, making it lighter than Wythe Blue. Its higher reflectance may suit spaces where walls need to reflect more available light. Benjamin Moore Smoke (2122-40), at 56.39, is another lighter option, with a smaller difference in LRV than Palladian Blue.

For darker alternatives, Benjamin Moore Saybrook Sage (HC-114) has an LRV of 45.46, while Benjamin Moore Boothbay Gray (HC-165) measures 43.26. Both reflect less light than Wythe Blue and can provide more depth on walls or selected architectural features. The best comparison depends on the room’s daylight and adjacent finishes. Paint sample boards and move them around the space before making a final decision.

Before you buy, compare a physical sample with the swatch on Benjamin Moore’s page for Wythe Blue.