Brisk Blue S530-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #5E8DBF, LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Waterloo from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5E8DBF · S530-5
Brisk Blue
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Brisk Blue Technical Profile
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Brisk Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Brisk Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBrisk Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWaterloo
Waterloo
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blueberry Popover
PPG
Nearly identical
Star Gazer
Valspar
Very similar
Endless Summer
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Genteel Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Heavenly Sky
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Perfect Periwinkle
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Heavenly Sky
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Just Chill
Kilz
Very similar
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brisk Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brisk Blue
#5E8DBF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F7FB3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brisk Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brisk Blue 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Brisk Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brisk Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brisk Blue have?
Brisk Blue by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Brisk Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Brisk Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brisk Blue are Waterloo by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Blueberry Popover by PPG (a near-identical match), Star Gazer by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Brisk Blue'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 Brisk Blue?
Brisk Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Brisk Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.