Ref. #9FCDFF · P530-3
Honest
47%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Honest Technical Profile
What color is Honest? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #9FCDFF. Honest has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 47 gives Honest depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Honest
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Honest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Honest
#9FCDFF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5E5CD6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Honest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Honest 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 Honest.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Honest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Honest have?
Honest by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Honest from other brands?
The closest matches are Sail to the Sea by Dunn-Edwards (#99C3F0), Sweet Dreams by PPG (#9BC7EA), Bluish by Valspar (#A7CBEB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Honest?
Honest has an LRV of 47.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Honest's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.