Grand Rapids 530D-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #2A7C85, estimated LRV 14 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Starry Sky from Valspar (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #2A7C85 · 530D-7
Grand Rapids
14%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Grand Rapids Technical Profile
HEX Code#2A7C85
RGB42, 124, 133
Estimated LRV14.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Grand Rapids
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grand Rapids
#2A7C85
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E6A94
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grand Rapids
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grand Rapids 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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Grand Rapids — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grand Rapids have?
Grand Rapids by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Grand Rapids from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grand Rapids are Starry Sky by Valspar (a very close match), Calypso Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Briny by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Grand Rapids'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 Grand Rapids?
Grand Rapids has a estimated lightness value of 14.0, 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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