Larkspur Blue HDC-SP16-06 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #20AEB1, 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.
Ref. #20AEB1 · HDC-SP16-06
Larkspur Blue
34%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Larkspur Blue Technical Profile
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Larkspur Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Larkspur Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrLarkspur Blue
Nearly identical
KilzSeawall
Seawall
Kilz
Nearly identical
Palm Coast Teal
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cyan Sky
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cyan Sky
Vista Paint
Very similar
Aquarium
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Western Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rushing Stream
Valspar
Very similar
Biscay Bay
PPG
Very similar
Teal Me No Lies
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Larkspur Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Larkspur Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Larkspur Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Larkspur Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Larkspur Blue are Seawall by Kilz (a near-identical match), Palm Coast Teal by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Larkspur Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.