Carefree Sky M490-2 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AAEBEC, LRV 57 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spearmint from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AAEBEC · M490-2
Carefree Sky
57%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Carefree Sky Technical Profile
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Carefree Sky in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Carefree Sky in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCarefree Sky
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSpearmint
Spearmint
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Aqua Infusion
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Jamaican Aqua
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Everest
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sea Breeze Teal
PPG
Very similar
Sprout .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Turquoise Powder
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Frosty
Valspar
Very similar
Blues Tunes
Kilz
Very similar
Spa
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carefree Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carefree Sky
#AAEBEC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7298C0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carefree Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carefree Sky 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 Carefree Sky.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Carefree Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carefree Sky have?
Carefree Sky 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 Carefree Sky in your own space before committing.
What colors match Carefree Sky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carefree Sky are Spearmint by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Aqua Infusion by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Jamaican Aqua by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Carefree Sky'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 Carefree Sky?
Carefree Sky has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Carefree Sky's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.