Harbor 520F-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #52ACA4, LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Picnic Haven from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #52ACA4 · 520F-5
Harbor
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Harbor Technical Profile
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Harbor in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Harbor in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrHarbor
Nearly identical
Vista PaintPicnic Haven
Picnic Haven
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dragon Bay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Artesian Well
PPG
Very similar
Twilight Meadow
Valspar
Very similar
Island Moment
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rivulet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Tahitian Green
Kilz
Very similar
Palm Coast Teal
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Aquatica
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Harbor
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Harbor
#52ACA4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#839CAE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Harbor
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Harbor 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 Harbor.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Harbor — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Harbor have?
Harbor by Behr has a neutral 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 Harbor in your own space before committing.
What colors match Harbor from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Harbor are Picnic Haven by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Dragon Bay by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Artesian Well by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Harbor'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 Harbor?
Harbor has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.0, 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 Harbor's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.