Ref. #ADC7DC · PPU14-13
Caspian Tide
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Caspian Tide Technical Profile
What color is Caspian Tide? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #ADC7DC. Colors similar to Caspian Tide include Vista Paint Quiet Refuge, Valspar Novella Blue, Vista Paint Blue Bayou. Caspian Tide has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 55, Caspian Tide sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Caspian Tide
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caspian Tide
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caspian Tide
#ADC7DC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8083B2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caspian Tide
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caspian Tide 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 Caspian Tide.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Caspian Tide — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caspian Tide have?
Caspian Tide by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Caspian Tide from other brands?
The closest matches are Quiet Refuge by Vista Paint (#AEC6DA), Novella Blue by Valspar (#AFC6DB), Blue Bayou by Vista Paint (#B3CADC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Caspian Tide?
Caspian Tide has an LRV of 54.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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