Ocean Tropic 560B-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6AC5FA, 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.
Ref. #6AC5FA · 560B-5
Ocean Tropic
35%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ocean Tropic Technical Profile
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Ocean Tropic in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ocean Tropic in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrOcean Tropic
Very similar
Benjamin MooreTrue Blue
True Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sea Frolic
Valspar
Very similar
Pool Party
PPG
Very similar
Watery Sea
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lupe’s Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Light Azure
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Perfect Day
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Undercool
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Azure Pool
Kilz
Visible difference
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ocean Tropic
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Ocean Tropic.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ocean Tropic in your own space before committing.
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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Ocean Tropic's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.