Mystic River 590C-3 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BCDCF9, estimated LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Oh Boy! from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #BCDCF9 · 590C-3
Mystic River
58%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mystic River Technical Profile
HEX Code#BCDCF9
RGB188, 220, 249
Estimated LRV58.0
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Mystic River
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mystic River
#BCDCF9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6668CC
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mystic River
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mystic River Room Palettes
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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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Mystic River — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mystic River have?
Mystic River by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue 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 Mystic River from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mystic River are Oh Boy! by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Gentle Wind by Valspar (a very close match), Wild Blue Yonder by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mystic River'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 Mystic River?
Mystic River has a estimated lightness value of 58.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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