Compass Blue MQ5-54 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #37485E, LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Still Waters Run Deep from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #37485E · MQ5-54
Compass Blue
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Compass Blue Technical Profile
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Compass Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Compass Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCompass Blue
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsStill Waters Run Deep
Still Waters Run Deep
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Deep Arctic Night Blue
PPG
Very similar
Quiet Peace
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grand Grape
Vista Paint
Very similar
Beyond the Stars
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fountain Pen
Kilz
Very similar
Dress Blues
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Indigo Streamer
Valspar
Very similar
Hudson Bay
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Slate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Compass Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Compass Blue
#37485E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#535078
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Compass Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Compass 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 Compass 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.
Compass Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Compass Blue have?
Compass Blue by Behr has a neutral 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 Compass Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Compass Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Compass Blue are Still Waters Run Deep by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Deep Arctic Night Blue by PPG (a very close match), Quiet Peace by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Compass 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 Compass Blue?
Compass Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.3, 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
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 Compass Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.