Bluebird PPU15-12 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #89B1D8, estimated LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wild Blue Yonder from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #89B1D8 · PPU15-12
Bluebird
42%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Bluebird Technical Profile
HEX Code#89B1D8
RGB137, 177, 216
Estimated LRV41.7
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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#88B0D7
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Colors That Work With Bluebird
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bluebird
#89B1D8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A7BB8
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bluebird
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bluebird 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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Bluebird — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bluebird have?
Bluebird 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 Bluebird from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bluebird are Wild Blue Yonder by Valspar (a close digital match), Blue Hydrangea by Kilz (a close digital match), High Seas by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Bluebird'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 Bluebird?
Bluebird has a estimated lightness value of 41.7, 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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