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Behr Bellflower Blue M540-1

Bellflower Blue

Behr

M540-1

About Bellflower Blue by Behr

Bellflower Blue M540-1 by Behr is a light cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 81% and hue near 206° for steady results across rooms. Works well in bright rooms, baths, or clean modern spaces. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

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Brightness: 80.5%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #e1e9ef

RGB: 225, 233, 239

Hue206°

Saturation30%

Lightness91%

Similar Colors by Behr

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

Bellflower Blue

Behr

M540-1

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Bellflower Blue M540-1 a warm or cool color?
Bellflower Blue by Behr is a cool light color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Bellflower Blue?
Bellflower Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 206°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Bellflower Blue?
Brightness is about 81%. Saturation is around 30%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 91%. Hue is close to 206°. The hex value is #e1e9ef. The RGB value is 225, 233, 239.
Is Bellflower Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Bellflower Blue has brightness around 81%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Bellflower Blue?
You can match Bellflower 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 Bellflower Blue work best in a home?
Bellflower Blue is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft cool backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Bellflower Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Bellflower Blue is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and light color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Darker Shades by Behr

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

Bellflower Blue

Behr

M540-1

Complementary Colors by Behr

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

Bellflower Blue

Behr

M540-1

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

FIRST FROST

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FIRST LIGHT

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ABYSS

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SWEET ILLUSION

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