Nocturne Blue HDC-CL-28 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #334C59, LRV 7 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sailor's Coat from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #334C59 · HDC-CL-28
Nocturne Blue
7%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Nocturne Blue Technical Profile
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Nocturne Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nocturne Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrNocturne Blue
Nearly identical
PPGSailor's Coat
Sailor's Coat
PPG
Nearly identical
Cadet Song
Valspar
Nearly identical
Seaworthy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Gentleman's Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Deep Ocean
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Day Spa
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Seawater Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Day Spa
Vista Paint
Very similar
Kettle Black
Kilz
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Iron Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nocturne Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nocturne Blue
#334C59
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4C5273
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nocturne Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nocturne Blue 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 Nocturne Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nocturne Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nocturne Blue have?
Nocturne Blue 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 Nocturne Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nocturne Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nocturne Blue are Sailor's Coat by PPG (a near-identical match), Cadet Song by Valspar (a near-identical match), Seaworthy by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nocturne Blue'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 Nocturne Blue?
Nocturne Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Nocturne Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.