Kingfisher 520F-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #22515D, LRV 9 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Emerald from PPG (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #22515D · 520F-7
Kingfisher
9%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Kingfisher Technical Profile
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Kingfisher in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kingfisher in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrKingfisher
Very similar
PPGDeep Emerald
Deep Emerald
PPG
Very similar
Frozen Stream
Vista Paint
Very similar
Encore Teal
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Frozen Stream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Galpagos Turquoise
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Petrol Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Azure Blue
RAL
Very similar
Marea Baja
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mariana Trench
Valspar
Very similar
Oceans Deep
Kilz
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kingfisher
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kingfisher
#22515D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#404F72
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kingfisher
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kingfisher 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 Kingfisher.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kingfisher — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kingfisher have?
Kingfisher 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 Kingfisher in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kingfisher from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kingfisher are Deep Emerald by PPG (a very close match), Frozen Stream by Vista Paint (a very close match), Blue Bayberry by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Kingfisher'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 Kingfisher?
Kingfisher has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.0, 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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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 Kingfisher's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.