Eskimo M480-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #54C5CA, LRV 46 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Watertown from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #54C5CA · M480-5
Eskimo
46%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Eskimo Technical Profile
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Eskimo in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Eskimo in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrEskimo
Nearly identical
KilzWatertown
Watertown
Kilz
Nearly identical
Robins Egg
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rapids
Valspar
Very similar
Burbank Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Port Hope
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mariner
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Tropical Splash
PPG
Very similar
Oceanside Paradise
Vista Paint
Very similar
Enchanted Evening
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Eskimo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Eskimo
#54C5CA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7996B9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Eskimo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Eskimo 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 Eskimo.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Eskimo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Eskimo have?
Eskimo 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 Eskimo in your own space before committing.
What colors match Eskimo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Eskimo are Watertown by Kilz (a near-identical match), Robins Egg by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Rapids by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Eskimo'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 Eskimo?
Eskimo has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Eskimo's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.