Bering Wave S490-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #2C759A, LRV 16 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cosmic Dust from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2C759A · S490-6
Bering Wave
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bering Wave Technical Profile
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Bering Wave in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bering Wave in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBering Wave
Nearly identical
PPGCosmic Dust
Cosmic Dust
PPG
Nearly identical
Danube
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Peninsula
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Summer at the Shore
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Peninsula
Vista Paint
Very similar
Laguna Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Welcome Aboard
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wind Surfing
Kilz
Very similar
Photogenic
Valspar
Very similar
Sky Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bering Wave
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bering Wave
#2C759A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5361A6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bering Wave
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bering Wave 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 Bering Wave.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bering Wave — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bering Wave have?
Bering Wave 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 Bering Wave in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bering Wave from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bering Wave are Cosmic Dust by PPG (a near-identical match), Danube by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Peninsula by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bering Wave'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 Bering Wave?
Bering Wave has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Bering Wave's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.