Distance 540F-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #3F6A77, estimated LRV 13 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wild River from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #3F6A77 · 540F-6
Distance
13%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Distance Technical Profile
HEX Code#3F6A77
RGB63, 106, 119
Estimated LRV12.7
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Distance
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Distance
#3F6A77
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5D6A8C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Distance
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Distance 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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Distance — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Distance have?
Distance by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Distance from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Distance are Wild River by Kilz (a close digital match), Coat of Arms by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Wharf Blue by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Distance'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 Distance?
Distance has a estimated lightness value of 12.7, 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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