Elevated S530-2 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B5D5EC, LRV 53 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gentle Wind from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B5D5EC · S530-2
Elevated
53%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Elevated Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Elevated in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Elevated in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrElevated
Nearly identical
ValsparGentle Wind
Gentle Wind
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cobalt Salt
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Afton Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Wild Blue Yonder
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sea Balm
Kilz
Nearly identical
Young Boy Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sapphireberry
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Marzena Dream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wondrous Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Elevated
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elevated
#B5D5EC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#757BBD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Elevated
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elevated 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 Elevated.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Elevated — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elevated have?
Elevated by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Elevated in your own space before committing.
What colors match Elevated from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elevated are Gentle Wind by Valspar (a near-identical match), Cobalt Salt by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Escape by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Elevated'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 Elevated?
Elevated has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.0, 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.
Explore More with Elevated
Related Reading
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 Elevated's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.