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Behr Lyric Blue HDC-AC-24

Lyric Blue

Behr

HDC-AC-24

About Lyric Blue by Behr

Lyric Blue HDC-AC-24 by Behr is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 23% and hue near 199° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 22.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #728791

RGB: 114, 135, 145

Hue199°

Saturation12%

Lightness51%

Similar Colors by Behr

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

Is Lyric Blue HDC-AC-24 a warm or cool color?
Lyric 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 Lyric Blue?
Lyric Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 199°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Lyric Blue?
Brightness is about 23%. Saturation is around 12%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 51%. Hue is close to 199°. The hex value is #728791. The RGB value is 114, 135, 145.
Is Lyric Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Lyric 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 Lyric Blue?
You can match Lyric 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 Lyric Blue work best in a home?
Lyric 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 Lyric Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Lyric 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 Lyric 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 Lyric 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 Lyric Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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