Brilliant Sea 520B-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #36CAC8, estimated LRV 27 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Port Hope from Dunn-Edwards (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #36CAC8 · 520B-6
Brilliant Sea
27%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Brilliant Sea Technical Profile
HEX Code#36CAC8
RGB54, 202, 200
Estimated LRV27.0
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 Brilliant Sea
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brilliant Sea
#36CAC8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#759ABD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brilliant Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brilliant Sea 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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Brilliant Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brilliant Sea have?
Brilliant Sea 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 Brilliant Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brilliant Sea are Port Hope by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), May Day by Vista Paint (a very close match), Greek Siren by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Brilliant Sea'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 Brilliant Sea?
Brilliant Sea has a estimated lightness value of 27.0, 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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