Manhattan Blue MQ5-9 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #40435A, estimated LRV 6 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Galaxy from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #40435A · MQ5-9
Manhattan Blue
6%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Manhattan Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#40435A
RGB64, 67, 90
Estimated LRV5.8
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Blue Galaxy
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#41445C
Close digital match
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#40425A
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Indigo Wash
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#3D3F53
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#3A405A
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#404251
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#3B3C5A
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#434750
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Colors That Work With Manhattan Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Manhattan Blue
#40435A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#62527B
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Manhattan Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Manhattan 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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Manhattan Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Manhattan Blue have?
Manhattan Blue by Behr has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Manhattan Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Manhattan Blue are Blue Galaxy by Kilz (a close digital match), Emperor by Valspar (a close digital match), Indigo Wash by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Manhattan 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 Manhattan Blue?
Manhattan Blue has a estimated lightness value of 5.8, 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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