Havasu 520B-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #1E8EAA, estimated 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.
Behr · #1E8EAA · 520B-7
Havasu
15%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Havasu Technical Profile
HEX Code#1E8EAA
RGB30, 142, 170
Estimated LRV15.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Havasu
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Mediterranean Sea
Dunn-Edwards
#1E8CAB
Close digital match
Puerto Mio
Vista Paint
#0089A6
Similar digital color
Mediterranean Blue
PPG
#0090A8
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#158AAB
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#0092AA
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#1597B9
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Meridian Blue
Benjamin Moore
#0594A8
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Wishing Well
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#0A85A9
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Blue Mosque
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#01819E
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Turquoise Blue
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#3F888F
Visible digital difference
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#57A7B9
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Havasu
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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
Digital 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
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Havasu — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Havasu have?
Havasu 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 Havasu from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Havasu are Mediterranean Sea by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Havasu's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.