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Behr Peaceful Blue S470-3

Peaceful Blue

Behr

S470-3

About Peaceful Blue by Behr

Brightness: 44.1%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #9ab6c0

RGB: 154, 182, 192

Hue196°

Saturation23%

Lightness68%

Similar Colors by Behr

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

Is Peaceful Blue S470-3 a warm or cool color?
Peaceful Blue 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 Peaceful Blue?
Peaceful Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 196°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Peaceful Blue?
Brightness is about 44%. Saturation is around 23%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 68%. Hue is close to 196°. The hex value is #9ab6c0. The RGB value is 154, 182, 192.
Is Peaceful Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Peaceful Blue has brightness around 44%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Peaceful Blue?
You can match Peaceful 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 Peaceful Blue work best in a home?
Peaceful 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 Peaceful Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Peaceful Blue 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 Peaceful 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 Peaceful 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 Peaceful Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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