Atmosphere QE-51 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #89ADBD, estimated 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.
Behr · #89ADBD · QE-51
Atmosphere
39%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Atmosphere Technical Profile
HEX Code#89ADBD
RGB137, 173, 189
Estimated LRV38.9
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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Compare alternatives to Atmosphere
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#87AAB9
Close digital match
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#8AB1C2
Close digital match
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#90B0C0
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Colors That Work With Atmosphere
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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
Digital 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
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Atmosphere — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Atmosphere have?
Atmosphere 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 Atmosphere from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Atmosphere are Adrift by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Blue Wings by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), New Borns Eyes by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Atmosphere's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.