Basin Blue M470-2 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BEF9ED, estimated LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Florida Aqua from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #BEF9ED · M470-2
Basin Blue
68%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Basin Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#BEF9ED
RGB190, 249, 237
Estimated LRV68.0
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygreen
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Basin Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Basin Blue
#BEF9ED
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#66AECC
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Basin Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Basin 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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Basin Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Basin Blue have?
Basin Blue by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the green 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 Basin Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Basin Blue are Florida Aqua by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Shallow End by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Crystal Clear by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Basin 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 Basin Blue?
Basin Blue has a estimated lightness value of 68.0, 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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