North Wind HDC-WR14-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #45BDC4, estimated LRV 42 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Montego Bay from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #45BDC4 · HDC-WR14-6
North Wind
42%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
North Wind Technical Profile
HEX Code#45BDC4
RGB69, 189, 196
Estimated LRV41.6
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 North Wind
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
North Wind
#45BDC4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7996B9
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for North Wind
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
North Wind 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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North Wind — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does North Wind have?
North Wind by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 North Wind from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to North Wind are Montego Bay by PPG (a close digital match), Vivid Turquoise by Kilz (a very close match), Watertown by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting North Wind'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 North Wind?
North Wind has a estimated lightness value of 41.6, 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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Why North Wind's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.