Atmosphere QE-51 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #89ADBD, LRV 39 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Adrift from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #89ADBD · QE-51
Atmosphere
39%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Atmosphere Technical Profile
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Atmosphere in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Atmosphere in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAtmosphere
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAdrift
Adrift
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Wings
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
New Borns Eyes
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lucy Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Favorite Jeans
Kilz
Very similar
Brussels Blue
PPG
Very similar
Maracay Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chicago Skyline
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lake Winnipeg
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Atmosphere
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Atmosphere
#89ADBD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858CAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Atmosphere
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Atmosphere 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 Atmosphere.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Atmosphere — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Atmosphere have?
Atmosphere by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Atmosphere in your own space before committing.
What colors match Atmosphere from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Atmosphere are Adrift by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Blue Wings by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), New Borns Eyes by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Atmosphere'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 Atmosphere?
Atmosphere has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.9, 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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Related Reading
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 Atmosphere's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.