Bay View ECC-22-2 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A5B5B8, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Marine Layer from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A5B5B8 · ECC-22-2
Bay View
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bay View Technical Profile
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Bay View in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bay View in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBay View
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMarine Layer
Marine Layer
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lagoon Reflection
Valspar
Nearly identical
Timber Wolf
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Nimbus Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Languid Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Chambray Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Summer Shower Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Waterby
Vista Paint
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Citadel Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bay View
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bay View
#A5B5B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8593AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bay View
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bay View 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 Bay View.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bay View — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bay View have?
Bay View by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bay View in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bay View from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bay View are Marine Layer by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Lagoon Reflection by Valspar (a near-identical match), Timber Wolf by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bay View'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 Bay View?
Bay View has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.5, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bay View's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.