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Behr Adirondack Blue N480-5

Adirondack Blue

Behr

N480-5

About Adirondack Blue by Behr

Brightness: 22.5%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #74858f

RGB: 116, 133, 143

Hue202°

Saturation11%

Lightness51%

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These are close matches to Adirondack Blue from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Adirondack Blue looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Adirondack Blue N480-5 a warm or cool color?
Adirondack Blue by Behr is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Adirondack Blue?
Adirondack Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 202°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Adirondack Blue?
Brightness is about 23%. Saturation is around 11%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 51%. Hue is close to 202°. The hex value is #74858f. The RGB value is 116, 133, 143.
Is Adirondack Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Adirondack Blue has brightness around 23%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Adirondack Blue?
You can match Adirondack Blue with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Adirondack Blue work best in a home?
Adirondack Blue works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Adirondack Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Adirondack Blue is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Behr

These lighter shades sit above Adirondack Blue in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below Adirondack Blue in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Behr

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Adirondack Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Adirondack Blue. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.