Havasu 520B-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #1E8EAA, LRV 15 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mediterranean Sea from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #1E8EAA · 520B-7
Havasu
15%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Havasu Technical Profile
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Havasu in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Havasu in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrHavasu
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMediterranean Sea
Mediterranean Sea
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Puerto Mio
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mediterranean Blue
PPG
Very similar
Centurian Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Bliss
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Surf'S Up!
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Meridian Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wishing Well
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Mosque
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Turquoise Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Havasu
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Havasu
#1E8EAA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4968B2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Havasu
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Havasu 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 Havasu.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Havasu — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Havasu have?
Havasu 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 Havasu in your own space before committing.
What colors match Havasu from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Havasu are Mediterranean Sea by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Puerto Mio by Vista Paint (a very close match), Mediterranean Blue by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Havasu'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 Havasu?
Havasu has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.0, 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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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 Havasu's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.