National Anthem M520-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #2F75C5, LRV 15 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Royal Plume from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2F75C5 · M520-6
National Anthem
15%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
National Anthem Technical Profile
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National Anthem in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to National Anthem in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrNational Anthem
Nearly identical
PPGRoyal Plume
Royal Plume
PPG
Nearly identical
Athens Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Parkwater
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Soothing Sapphire
Vista Paint
Very similar
Peek-A-Boo Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Sky Blue
RAL
Very similar
Pacific Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Triumph Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sapphire Waters
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lupine
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With National Anthem
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
National Anthem
#2F75C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E6CBB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for National Anthem
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
National Anthem 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
National Anthem — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does National Anthem have?
National Anthem by Behr has a cool (violet) 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 National Anthem in your own space before committing.
What colors match National Anthem from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to National Anthem are Royal Plume by PPG (a near-identical match), Athens Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Parkwater by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting National Anthem'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 National Anthem?
National Anthem has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why National Anthem's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.