Larkspur Blue HDC-SP16-06 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #20AEB1, estimated LRV 34 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Seawall from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #20AEB1 · HDC-SP16-06
Larkspur Blue
34%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Larkspur Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#20AEB1
RGB32, 174, 177
Estimated LRV33.8
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Larkspur Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Larkspur Blue
#20AEB1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E80B6
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Larkspur Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Larkspur Blue 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
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Larkspur Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Larkspur Blue have?
Larkspur Blue by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Larkspur Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Larkspur Blue are Seawall by Kilz (a close digital match), Palm Coast Teal by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Cyan Sky by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Larkspur Blue'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 Larkspur Blue?
Larkspur Blue has a estimated lightness value of 33.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Larkspur Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.