Breakwater White 470E-1 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #EDFAF0, estimated LRV 86 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Petals from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #EDFAF0 · 470E-1
Breakwater White
86%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Breakwater White Technical Profile
HEX Code#EDFAF0
RGB237, 250, 240
Estimated LRV86.0
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 Familygreen
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Breakwater White
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Breakwater White
#EDFAF0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#76BCA9
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Breakwater White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Breakwater White 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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Breakwater White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Breakwater White have?
Breakwater White by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the green 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 Breakwater White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Breakwater White are Soft Petals by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Peaceful Rain by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Italian Ice by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Breakwater White'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 Breakwater White?
Breakwater White has a estimated lightness value of 86.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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