Norwester N470-4 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #93BCBC, LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blithe Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #93BCBC · N470-4
Norwester
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Norwester Technical Profile
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Norwester in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Norwester in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrNorwester
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsBlithe Blue
Blithe Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Spirit in the Sky
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Trattoria Teal
PPG
Very similar
Stillwater
Vista Paint
Very similar
Turquoise Porcelain
Valspar
Very similar
Stillwater
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Grayed Aqua
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Heritage Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Venice Escape
Kilz
Very similar
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Norwester
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Norwester
#93BCBC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Norwester
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Norwester 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 Norwester.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Norwester — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Norwester have?
Norwester by Behr has a neutral 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 Norwester in your own space before committing.
What colors match Norwester from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Norwester are Blithe Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Spirit in the Sky by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Trattoria Teal by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Norwester'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 Norwester?
Norwester has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Norwester's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.