Blue Satin M540-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #77A6EB, LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cornflower from Dunn-Edwards (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #77A6EB · M540-5
Blue Satin
30%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Satin Technical Profile
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Blue Satin in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Satin in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBlue Satin
Very similar
Dunn-EdwardsCornflower
Cornflower
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blue Parlor
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Victoria Blue
PPG
Very similar
Blue Parlor
Vista Paint
Very similar
Superior Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Aqua Marina
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Hydrangea
Kilz
Very similar
On Cloud Nine
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Lobelia
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Satin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Satin
#77A6EB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#746BC7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Satin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Satin 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 Satin.
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 Satin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Satin have?
Blue Satin by Behr has a neutral 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 Satin in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Satin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Satin are Cornflower by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Blue Parlor by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Victoria Blue by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blue Satin'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 Satin?
Blue Satin has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.0, 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
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 Satin's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.