Living Stream M490-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #297BA7, LRV 14 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Splashed Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #297BA7 · M490-6
Living Stream
14%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Living Stream Technical Profile
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Living Stream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Living Stream in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrLiving Stream
Nearly identical
Dutch BoySplashed Blue
Splashed Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Danube
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Neptune
PPG
Nearly identical
Surf'S Up
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Peninsula
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Peninsula
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Macaw
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Aspiration
Kilz
Very similar
Cosmic Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Living Stream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Living Stream
#297BA7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5462AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Living Stream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Living Stream 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 Living Stream.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Living Stream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Living Stream have?
Living Stream 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 Living Stream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Living Stream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Living Stream are Splashed Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Danube by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Neptune by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Living Stream'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 Living Stream?
Living Stream has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.0, 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 Living Stream's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.