Alluring Blue ICC-99 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9EC4CD, estimated LRV 51 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Agua Fría from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #9EC4CD · ICC-99
Alluring Blue
51%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Alluring Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#9EC4CD
RGB158, 196, 205
Estimated LRV51.2
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 →
Agua Fría
Sherwin-Williams
#9FC5CC
Close digital match
Splishy Splash
Dutch Boy
#A0C1C9
Close digital match
Gift of the Sea
Vista Paint
#A2C5D0
Close digital match
High Noon
Valspar
#A6C5CD
Close digital match
Tropical Lagoon
PPG
#A4CCD7
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Dripping Springs
Kilz
#95C4CD
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Daydream
Benjamin Moore
#99C1D0
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Surfside
Dunn-Edwards
#9ACAD3
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Trisha's Eyes
Hirshfield's
#8EB9C4
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Dream .04
Colorhouse
#9CC7C4
Visible digital difference
Lulworth Blue
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#A1B8CA
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Colors That Work With Alluring Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alluring Blue
#9EC4CD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8591AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alluring Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alluring 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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Alluring Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alluring Blue have?
Alluring Blue by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Alluring Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alluring Blue are Agua Fría by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Splishy Splash by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Rest Assured by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Alluring 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 Alluring Blue?
Alluring Blue has a estimated lightness value of 51.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Alluring Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.