Calypso Blue HDC-CL-27 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #317D8D, LRV 17 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bermuda from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #317D8D · HDC-CL-27
Calypso Blue
17%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Calypso Blue Technical Profile
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Calypso Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Calypso Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCalypso Blue
Nearly identical
PPGBermuda
Bermuda
PPG
Nearly identical
Calypso Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wish Upon a Star
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Door
Kilz
Very similar
Mysterious Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Starry Sky
Valspar
Very similar
Wish Upon a Star
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Great Falls
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
The Big Blue
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Turquoise Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Calypso Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Calypso Blue
#317D8D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#556C9C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Calypso Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Calypso 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 Calypso 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.
Calypso Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Calypso Blue have?
Calypso Blue by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Calypso Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Calypso Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Calypso Blue are Bermuda by PPG (a near-identical match), Calypso Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Wish Upon a Star by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Calypso 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 Calypso Blue?
Calypso Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.2, 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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Related Reading
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 Calypso Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.