Meadow Phlox S540-3 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A9BDE9, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Morning Sky from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A9BDE9 · S540-3
Meadow Phlox
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Meadow Phlox Technical Profile
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Meadow Phlox in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Meadow Phlox in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMeadow Phlox
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMorning Sky
Morning Sky
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
French Lilac
PPG
Very similar
Ticklish
Valspar
Very similar
Sky High
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Angela Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
April Morning
Kilz
Very similar
Twilight Dreams
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Awesome Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Swiss Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Meadow Phlox
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Meadow Phlox
#A9BDE9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8275BD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Meadow Phlox
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Meadow Phlox 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 Meadow Phlox.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Meadow Phlox — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Meadow Phlox have?
Meadow Phlox by Behr has a neutral 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 Meadow Phlox in your own space before committing.
What colors match Meadow Phlox from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Meadow Phlox are Morning Sky by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Angela Bay by Vista Paint (a very close match), French Lilac by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Meadow Phlox'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 Meadow Phlox?
Meadow Phlox has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
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