Ref. #459DB7 · S490-5
Jay Bird
21%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Jay Bird Technical Profile
What color is Jay Bird? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #459DB7. Colors similar to Jay Bird include Benjamin Moore Cool Blue, MPC Ciel Bleu, Valspar Fragrant Bouquet. Jay Bird has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Jay Bird creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Jay Bird
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Jay Bird
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Jay Bird
#459DB7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B8BB4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Jay Bird
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Jay Bird 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 Jay Bird.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Jay Bird — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Jay Bird have?
Jay Bird by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Jay Bird from other brands?
The closest matches are Cool Blue by Benjamin Moore (#429BB8), Ciel Bleu by MPC (#49A1BC), Fragrant Bouquet by Valspar (#269EBC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Jay Bird?
Jay Bird has an LRV of 21.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Jay Bird's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.