Extreme S530-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #3B5A8D, LRV 10 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Atlas Blue from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3B5A8D · S530-6
Extreme
10%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Extreme Technical Profile
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Extreme in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Extreme in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrExtreme
Nearly identical
KilzAtlas Blue
Atlas Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Blue Suede Shoes
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Brillant Blue
RAL
Very similar
Jodhpur
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Deep Space
Valspar
Very similar
Florentine Lapis
PPG
Very similar
Frank Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rich Cobalt
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Hondy Tonk Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dancing Sea
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Extreme
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Extreme
#3B5A8D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#665F9C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Extreme
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Extreme 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 Extreme.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Extreme — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Extreme have?
Extreme by Behr has a cool (violet) 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 Extreme in your own space before committing.
What colors match Extreme from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Extreme are Atlas Blue by Kilz (a near-identical match), Blue Suede Shoes by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Brillant Blue by RAL (a very close match) — the best options for getting Extreme'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 Extreme?
Extreme has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.2, 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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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 Extreme's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.