Ref. #1C87B7 · P490-7
Mayan Treasure
21%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Mayan Treasure Technical Profile
What color is Mayan Treasure? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #1C87B7. Colors similar to Mayan Treasure include Vista Paint Hidden Springs, MPC Aquarious Blue, MPC Process Cyan U. Mayan Treasure has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Mayan Treasure creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Mayan Treasure
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mayan Treasure
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mayan Treasure
#1C87B7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4C61BA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mayan Treasure
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mayan Treasure 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 Mayan Treasure.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mayan Treasure — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mayan Treasure have?
Mayan Treasure by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Mayan Treasure from other brands?
The closest matches are Hidden Springs by Vista Paint (#1A84B2), Aquarious Blue by MPC (#0084B6), Process Cyan U by MPC (#0088C5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mayan Treasure?
Mayan Treasure has an LRV of 21.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mayan Treasure's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.