Blue Stream M470-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #1F747F, estimated LRV 12 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Nile from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #1F747F · M470-7
Blue Stream
12%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Stream Technical Profile
HEX Code#1F747F
RGB31, 116, 127
Estimated LRV12.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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Colors That Work With Blue Stream
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Stream
#1F747F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#42608F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Stream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Stream Room Palettes
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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 Stream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Stream have?
Blue Stream by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Stream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Stream are Blue Nile by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Deep Marine by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Dream .06 by Colorhouse (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Stream'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 Stream?
Blue Stream has a estimated lightness value 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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