Blue Satin M540-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #77A6EB, estimated 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.
Behr · #77A6EB · M540-5
Blue Satin
30%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blue Satin Technical Profile
HEX Code#77A6EB
RGB119, 166, 235
Estimated LRV30.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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#72A7E1
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Colors That Work With Blue Satin
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Blue Satin's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.