Artesian Water S-G-550 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #2591EF, LRV 27 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Magical Merlin from PPG (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2591EF · S-G-550
Artesian Water
27%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Artesian Water Technical Profile
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Artesian Water in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Artesian Water in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrArtesian Water
Very similar
PPGMagical Merlin
Magical Merlin
PPG
Very similar
Breathtaking Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Star Gazer
Valspar
Very similar
Safe Harbor
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Coast Drive
Kilz
Visible difference
Luxurious
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Waterloo
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Bashful Blue
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Lobelia
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Artesian Water
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Artesian Water
#2591EF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6468CE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Artesian Water
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Artesian Water 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Artesian Water.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Artesian Water — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Artesian Water have?
Artesian Water by Behr has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Artesian Water in your own space before committing.
What colors match Artesian Water from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Artesian Water are Magical Merlin by PPG (a very close match), Blue Dart by PPG (a very close match), Breathtaking Blue by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Artesian Water'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 Artesian Water?
Artesian Water has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Artesian Water's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.