Ref. #2A3DD6 · P540-7
Canyon Iris
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Canyon Iris Technical Profile
What color is Canyon Iris? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #2A3DD6. Canyon Iris has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Canyon Iris creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Canyon Iris
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Blue Royale
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Oh So Blue
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Crushed Velvet
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Blue Highlight
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Canyon Iris
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Canyon Iris
#2A3DD6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9070C2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Canyon Iris
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Canyon Iris 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 Canyon Iris.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Canyon Iris — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Canyon Iris have?
Canyon Iris by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Canyon Iris from other brands?
The closest matches are Blue Royale by Dutch Boy (#243F90), Oh So Blue by MPC (#2F4F99), Macaw Blue by MPC (#2E4B91). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Canyon Iris?
Canyon Iris has an LRV of 8.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Canyon Iris's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.