Ref. #B491FB · 660B-5
Atlantic Tulip
37%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Atlantic Tulip Technical Profile
What color is Atlantic Tulip? It's a medium warm blue with the hex code #B491FB. Atlantic Tulip has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 37 gives Atlantic Tulip depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Atlantic Tulip
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Pharaohs Blue Met.
MPC
Very similar
Gorgeous Hydrangea
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Simply Violet
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Gorgeous Hydrangea
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Quite Lilac
Valspar
Visible difference
Mighty Aphrodite
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Grape Arbor
PPG
Visible difference
Water Splash
Kilz
Visible difference
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Atlantic Tulip
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Atlantic Tulip
#B491FB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BF60D2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Atlantic Tulip
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Atlantic Tulip 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 Atlantic Tulip.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Atlantic Tulip — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Atlantic Tulip have?
Atlantic Tulip by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Atlantic Tulip from other brands?
The closest matches are Pharaohs Blue Met. by MPC (#A896EB), Cuda Plum Met. by MPC (#9B8BDB), Gorgeous Hydrangea by Hirshfield's (#A495CB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Atlantic Tulip?
Atlantic Tulip has an LRV of 36.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Atlantic Tulip's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.