Midnight In The Tropics S480-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #2C5469, LRV 8 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Regatta Bay from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2C5469 · S480-7
Midnight In The Tropics
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Midnight In The Tropics Technical Profile
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Midnight In The Tropics in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Midnight In The Tropics in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMidnight In The Tropics
Nearly identical
PPGRegatta Bay
Regatta Bay
PPG
Nearly identical
Seawater Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Endless Sea
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Summer Night
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Summer Nights
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Teal Shadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Boisterous Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Day Spa
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Harborside
Kilz
Visible difference
Azure Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Midnight In The Tropics
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midnight In The Tropics
#2C5469
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4B537D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midnight In The Tropics
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midnight In The Tropics 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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Midnight In The Tropics — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midnight In The Tropics have?
Midnight In The Tropics by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Midnight In The Tropics in your own space before committing.
What colors match Midnight In The Tropics from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Midnight In The Tropics are Regatta Bay by PPG (a near-identical match), Plymouth Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Seawater Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Midnight In The Tropics'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 Midnight In The Tropics?
Midnight In The Tropics has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.9, 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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