Cloudy Day 540E-2 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BFE0E0, estimated LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aqua Whisper from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #BFE0E0 · 540E-2
Cloudy Day
59%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cloudy Day Technical Profile
HEX Code#BFE0E0
RGB191, 224, 224
Estimated LRV59.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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#BFDFDF
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#BDDEDE
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#C2E5E5
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Colors That Work With Cloudy Day
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cloudy Day
#BFE0E0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8499AE
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cloudy Day
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cloudy Day 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
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Cloudy Day — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cloudy Day have?
Cloudy Day by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Cloudy Day from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cloudy Day are Aqua Whisper by PPG (a close digital match), Dolphin's Cove by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Aegean Accent by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cloudy Day'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 Cloudy Day?
Cloudy Day has a estimated lightness value of 59.0, 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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