Oceanic Climate N470-2 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BCDAD7, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Meander Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BCDAD7 · N470-2
Oceanic Climate
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Oceanic Climate Technical Profile
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Oceanic Climate in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Oceanic Climate in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrOceanic Climate
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsMeander Blue
Meander Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Spring Sky
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Veridian Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Tinted Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Seaside Accents
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Destiny
Valspar
Very similar
Dream .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Outerspace
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sailing Water
Kilz
Very similar
Silver Spruce
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Oceanic Climate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Oceanic Climate
#BCDAD7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Oceanic Climate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Oceanic Climate 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 Oceanic Climate.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Oceanic Climate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Oceanic Climate have?
Oceanic Climate 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 Oceanic Climate in your own space before committing.
What colors match Oceanic Climate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Oceanic Climate are Meander Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Spring Sky by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Veridian Green by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Oceanic Climate'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 Oceanic Climate?
Oceanic Climate has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Oceanic Climate's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.