Gulf Stream 570B-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #68B8F8, LRV 44 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sanctuary Spa from Dunn-Edwards (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #68B8F8 · 570B-5
Gulf Stream
44%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Gulf Stream Technical Profile
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Gulf Stream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gulf Stream in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrGulf Stream
Very similar
Dunn-EdwardsSanctuary Spa
Sanctuary Spa
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
True Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Note
PPG
Very similar
Autumn Sky
Valspar
Very similar
Robin's Egg
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Robin's Egg
Vista Paint
Very similar
Azure Pool
Kilz
Visible difference
Perfect Day
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Regale Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gulf Stream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gulf Stream
#68B8F8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6167D1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gulf Stream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gulf Stream 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 Gulf Stream.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gulf Stream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gulf Stream have?
Gulf Stream 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 Gulf Stream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gulf Stream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gulf Stream are Sanctuary Spa by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), True Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Blue Note by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Gulf Stream'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 Gulf Stream?
Gulf Stream has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.0, 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 Gulf Stream's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.