Ref. #A7F1EB · M480-3
Bengal Blue
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bengal Blue Technical Profile
What color is Bengal Blue? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #A7F1EB. Colors similar to Bengal Blue include Vista Paint Aged Aegean, Colorhouse Sprout .01, Dunn-Edwards East Cape. Bengal Blue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 59, Bengal Blue sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Bengal Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bengal Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bengal Blue
#A7F1EB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6DA0C5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bengal Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bengal 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Bengal Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bengal Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bengal Blue have?
Bengal Blue by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Bengal Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Aged Aegean by Vista Paint (#A4E6E0), Sprout .01 by Colorhouse (#ADE8E2), East Cape by Dunn-Edwards (#B0EEE2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bengal Blue?
Bengal Blue has an LRV of 59.0, 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 Bengal Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.