Ocean Tropic 560B-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6AC5FA, estimated LRV 35 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is True Blue from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #6AC5FA · 560B-5
Ocean Tropic
35%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ocean Tropic Technical Profile
HEX Code#6AC5FA
RGB106, 197, 250
Estimated LRV35.0
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 Ocean Tropic
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ocean Tropic
#6AC5FA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#606FD2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ocean Tropic
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ocean Tropic 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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Ocean Tropic — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ocean Tropic have?
Ocean Tropic 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 Ocean Tropic from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ocean Tropic are True Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Blue Wave by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Costa Rica Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Ocean Tropic'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 Ocean Tropic?
Ocean Tropic has a estimated lightness value of 35.0, 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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