Galapagos T16-04 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #085F6D, LRV 9 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pacific Ocean Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #085F6D · T16-04
Galapagos
9%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Galapagos Technical Profile
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Galapagos in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Galapagos in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrGalapagos
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePacific Ocean Blue
Pacific Ocean Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Nocturnal Sea
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Oasis Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Oceanside
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bold Bolection
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Jester Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Caribbean Dream
Vista Paint
Very similar
Caribbean Splash
PPG
Very similar
Azure Blue
RAL
Very similar
True Teal
Kilz
Visible difference
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Galapagos
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Galapagos
#085F6D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#284880
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Galapagos
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Galapagos 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 Galapagos.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Galapagos — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Galapagos have?
Galapagos 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 Galapagos in your own space before committing.
What colors match Galapagos from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Galapagos are Pacific Ocean Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Nocturnal Sea by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Oasis Green by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Galapagos'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 Galapagos?
Galapagos has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.3, 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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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 Galapagos's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.