Blue Blood S560-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #45548D, LRV 12 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Southern Belle from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #45548D · S560-6
Blue Blood
12%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Blue Blood Technical Profile
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Blue Blood in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Blood in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBlue Blood
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSouthern Belle
Southern Belle
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sapphire Sequin
Kilz
Nearly identical
Crushed Velvet
PPG
Nearly identical
Passion Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Classic Royal Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Dive In
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fresh Take
Vista Paint
Very similar
Fresh Take
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Morning Glory
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Brillant Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Blood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Blood
#45548D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#78699C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Blood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Blood 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 Blue Blood.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Blood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Blood have?
Blue Blood by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Blue Blood in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Blood from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Blood are Southern Belle by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sapphire Sequin by Kilz (a near-identical match), Crushed Velvet by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Blood'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 Blue Blood?
Blue Blood has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.0, 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 Blue Blood's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.