Cloud Burst 490F-5 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7EAE9A, LRV 31 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fragrant Herbs from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7EAE9A · 490F-5
Cloud Burst
31%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Cloud Burst Technical Profile
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Cloud Burst in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cloud Burst in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCloud Burst
Nearly identical
KilzFragrant Herbs
Fragrant Herbs
Kilz
Nearly identical
Catnip
PPG
Nearly identical
Mid-Century Gem
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Everglades
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Low Country
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Gardening Girl
Vista Paint
Very similar
Verdigreen
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Calmness
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Salamander
Valspar
Very similar
Thrive .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cloud Burst
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cloud Burst
#7EAE9A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AAAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cloud Burst
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cloud Burst 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 Cloud Burst.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cloud Burst — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cloud Burst have?
Cloud Burst by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cloud Burst in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cloud Burst from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cloud Burst are Fragrant Herbs by Kilz (a near-identical match), Catnip by PPG (a near-identical match), Mid-Century Gem by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cloud Burst'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 Cloud Burst?
Cloud Burst has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Cloud Burst's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.