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Behr Cool Water Lake P480-3

Cool Water Lake

Behr

P480-3

About Cool Water Lake by Behr

Brightness: 62.3%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #9bd9e5

RGB: 155, 217, 229

Hue190°

Saturation59%

Lightness75%

Similar Colors by Behr

These are close matches to Cool Water Lake 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 Cool Water Lake looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Cool Water Lake P480-3 a warm or cool color?
Cool Water Lake by Behr is a cool mid tone color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Cool Water Lake?
Cool Water Lake sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 190°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cool Water Lake?
Brightness is about 62%. Saturation is around 59%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 75%. Hue is close to 190°. The hex value is #9bd9e5. The RGB value is 155, 217, 229.
Is Cool Water Lake better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cool Water Lake has brightness around 62%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Cool Water Lake?
You can match Cool Water Lake 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 Cool Water Lake work best in a home?
Cool Water Lake 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 Cool Water Lake compare to a pure white paint?
Cool Water Lake is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and mid tone 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 Cool Water Lake in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below Cool Water Lake 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 Cool Water Lake. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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