Charter Blue M530-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #406EB8, LRV 16 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pacific Blues from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #406EB8 · M530-6
Charter Blue
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Charter Blue Technical Profile
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Charter Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Charter Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCharter Blue
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsPacific Blues
Pacific Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Capri Isle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Capri Isle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cenote
PPG
Very similar
Vivid Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Azurite
Kilz
Very similar
Sapphire Waters
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lupine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Athens Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sky Blue
RAL
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Charter Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Charter Blue
#406EB8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E77B4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Charter Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Charter 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 Charter 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.
Charter Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Charter Blue have?
Charter Blue by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Charter Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Charter Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Charter Blue are Pacific Blues by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Shoreline Drive by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Capri Isle by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Charter 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 Charter Blue?
Charter Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Charter Blue's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.