Nypd N480-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4A7081, LRV 15 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ahoy Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4A7081 · N480-6
Nypd
15%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Nypd Technical Profile
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Nypd in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nypd in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrNypd
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyAhoy Blue
Ahoy Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Iron Medallion
Kilz
Very similar
Empire Fleet Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Dusk Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
San Miguel Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Santorini Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Georgian Bay
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cape Cod Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Totally Teal
PPG
Very similar
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nypd
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nypd
#4A7081
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#666F98
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nypd
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nypd 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 Nypd.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nypd — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nypd have?
Nypd 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 Nypd in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nypd from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nypd are Ahoy Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Iron Medallion by Kilz (a very close match), Empire Fleet Blue by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Nypd'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 Nypd?
Nypd has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.6, 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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Related Reading
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 Nypd's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.