Crystal Waters PPU14-14 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B3CEE1, estimated LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Hydrangea from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #B3CEE1 · PPU14-14
Crystal Waters
59%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Crystal Waters Technical Profile
HEX Code#B3CEE1
RGB179, 206, 225
Estimated LRV59.2
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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Colors That Work With Crystal Waters
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crystal Waters
#B3CEE1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E83B4
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crystal Waters
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crystal Waters 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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Crystal Waters — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crystal Waters have?
Crystal Waters 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 Crystal Waters from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crystal Waters are Blue Hydrangea by PPG (a close digital match), Scandinavia by Kilz (a close digital match), Blue Bayou by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Crystal Waters'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 Crystal Waters?
Crystal Waters has a estimated lightness value of 59.2, 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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