Airy 550C-1 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #DAECEF, estimated LRV 81 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Arielle from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #DAECEF · 550C-1
Airy
Behr has archived this color. You can still buy it online or in store at The Home Depot using code 550C-1. About retired and discontinued colors
81%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Airy Technical Profile
HEX Code#DAECEF
RGB218, 236, 239
Estimated LRV81.0
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy → Matching a different color? Start a new paint color match.
Arielle
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#DAEBEE
Nearly identical
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#D7EAED
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#D7EBED
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#DCEEEF
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Sherwin-Williams
#DBEAED
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#DCEFF0
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#D6EDF1
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#D0E4E5
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Colors That Work With Airy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Airy
#DAECEF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8192B1
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Airy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Airy 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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Airy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Airy have?
Airy 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 Airy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Airy are Arielle by Dutch Boy (nearly identical in our digital data), Bird Bath Blue by Vista Paint (nearly identical in our digital data), Morning Sky Blue by Benjamin Moore (nearly identical in our digital data) — the best options for getting Airy'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 Airy?
Airy has a estimated lightness value of 81.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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