Admiral Blue M520-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #3E5B7D, estimated LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Newbury Port from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #3E5B7D · M520-7
Admiral Blue
10%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Admiral Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#3E5B7D
RGB62, 91, 125
Estimated LRV10.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Admiral Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Admiral Blue
#3E5B7D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#615F8F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Admiral Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Admiral Blue Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Admiral Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Admiral Blue have?
Admiral Blue by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Admiral Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Admiral Blue are Newbury Port by Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical in our digital data), Atlas Blue by Kilz (nearly identical in our digital data), Thunder Night by Kilz (very similar in our digital data) — the best options for getting Admiral Blue's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Admiral Blue?
Admiral Blue has a estimated lightness value of 10.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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