Ref. #BBD3EA · 590E-3
Hyacinth Tint
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hyacinth Tint Technical Profile
What color is Hyacinth Tint? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #BBD3EA. Colors similar to Hyacinth Tint include Hirshfield's Modern Blue, Vista Paint Modern Blue, Valspar Escape. Hyacinth Tint has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 63, Hyacinth Tint sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Hyacinth Tint
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hyacinth Tint
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hyacinth Tint
#BBD3EA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7979B9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hyacinth Tint
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hyacinth Tint 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 Hyacinth Tint.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hyacinth Tint — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hyacinth Tint have?
Hyacinth Tint by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Hyacinth Tint from other brands?
The closest matches are Modern Blue by Hirshfield's (#BAD1E9), Modern Blue by Vista Paint (#BBD1E8), Escape by Valspar (#BBD6EB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Hyacinth Tint?
Hyacinth Tint has an LRV of 63.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hyacinth Tint's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.