Express Blue M500-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #225389, estimated LRV 8 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Frank Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #225389 · M500-6
Express Blue
8%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Express Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#225389
RGB34, 83, 137
Estimated LRV8.3
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Express Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Express Blue
#225389
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#494797
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Express Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Express 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
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Express Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Express Blue have?
Express Blue by Behr has a cool (violet) 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 Express Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Express Blue are Frank Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Rich Cobalt by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Navy Dress by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Express 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 Express Blue?
Express Blue has a estimated lightness value of 8.3, 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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