Ref. #718793 · HDC-AC-24
Lyric Blue
23%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Lyric Blue Technical Profile
What color is Lyric Blue? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #718793. Colors similar to Lyric Blue include Benjamin Moore Blue Dusk, Valspar Cornflower Blue, Dunn-Edwards China Clay. Lyric Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Lyric Blue creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Lyric Blue pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Lyric Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lyric Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lyric Blue
#718793
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lyric Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lyric 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 Lyric Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lyric Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lyric Blue have?
Lyric Blue by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Lyric Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Blue Dusk by Benjamin Moore (#6F8892), Cornflower Blue by Valspar (#768793), China Clay by Dunn-Edwards (#718B9A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lyric Blue?
Lyric Blue has an LRV of 22.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Lyric Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.