Dusted Blue N470-2A is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BBC8C9, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tudor Ice from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBC8C9 · N470-2A
Dusted Blue
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dusted Blue Technical Profile
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Dusted Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dusted Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDusted Blue
Nearly identical
Vista PaintTudor Ice
Tudor Ice
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Smoke
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Degas Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wild Arctic
Kilz
Nearly identical
Niebla Azul
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Resting Pose
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Wool .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Tudor Ice
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Icy Teal
PPG
Nearly identical
Haze Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dusted Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusted Blue
#BBC8C9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8596AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusted Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusted 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 Dusted Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dusted Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusted Blue have?
Dusted Blue by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dusted Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dusted Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusted Blue are Tudor Ice by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Smoke by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Degas Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dusted 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 Dusted Blue?
Dusted Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.1, 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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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 Dusted Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.