Blue Clay T15-16 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6B9194, LRV 26 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pale Emerald from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6B9194 · T15-16
Blue Clay
26%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Clay Technical Profile
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Blue Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBlue Clay
Nearly identical
KilzPale Emerald
Pale Emerald
Kilz
Nearly identical
Teal Tease
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Avalon
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Mountain Stream
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Tranquil Seashore
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Deep Ocean Teal
PPG
Very similar
Villa Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Miracle Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Muted Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Clay
#6B9194
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8596AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Clay 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 Clay.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Clay have?
Blue Clay by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Clay are Pale Emerald by Kilz (a near-identical match), Green Cast by Kilz (a near-identical match), Teal Tease by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Clay'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 Clay?
Blue Clay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.5, 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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Related Reading
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 Clay's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.