Gulf Winds 500F-5 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8ECFBA, estimated LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wintermint from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #8ECFBA · 500F-5
Gulf Winds
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Gulf Winds Technical Profile
HEX Code#8ECFBA
RGB142, 207, 186
Estimated LRV41.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygreen
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Gulf Winds
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gulf Winds
#8ECFBA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#80A9B2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gulf Winds
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gulf Winds 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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Gulf Winds — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gulf Winds have?
Gulf Winds by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the green 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 Gulf Winds from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gulf Winds are Wintermint by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), San Juan Spritz by PPG (a close digital match), Brookdale Gardens by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Gulf Winds'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 Winds?
Gulf Winds has a estimated lightness value of 41.0, 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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