Hemisphere M500-4 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4699C4, LRV 21 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lake Tahoe from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4699C4 · M500-4
Hemisphere
21%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Hemisphere Technical Profile
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Hemisphere in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hemisphere in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrHemisphere
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreLake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mountain Bluebird
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ship Shape Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Bonaventure
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sorcerer
PPG
Very similar
Hero Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Jacaranda
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Burst
Valspar
Very similar
Sea of Atlantis
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hemisphere
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hemisphere
#4699C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7983B9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hemisphere
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hemisphere 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 Hemisphere.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hemisphere — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hemisphere have?
Hemisphere 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 Hemisphere in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hemisphere from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hemisphere are Lake Tahoe by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mountain Bluebird by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Ship Shape Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hemisphere'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 Hemisphere?
Hemisphere has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.0, 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 Hemisphere's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.