Lyric Blue HDC-AC-24 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #718793, LRV 23 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Dusk from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #718793 · HDC-AC-24
Lyric Blue
23%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Lyric Blue Technical Profile
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Lyric Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lyric Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrLyric Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBlue Dusk
Blue Dusk
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
High Seas Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cornflower Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
China Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stormy Sky Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Blustery Sky
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mirador
Vista Paint
Very similar
Porpoise Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Ocean Storms
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Lyric Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lyric Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lyric Blue are Blue Dusk by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), High Seas Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Cornflower Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lyric 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 Lyric Blue?
Lyric Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.9, 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 Lyric Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.