Ref. #2B50A2 · M540-7
Optimum Blue
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Optimum Blue Technical Profile
What color is Optimum Blue? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #2B50A2. Colors similar to Optimum Blue include MPC Oh So Blue, MPC Sailboat Blue, Benjamin Moore Twilight Blue. Optimum Blue has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Optimum Blue creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Optimum Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Optimum Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Optimum Blue
#2B50A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6454AC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Optimum Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Optimum Blue 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 Optimum Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Optimum Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Optimum Blue have?
Optimum Blue by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Optimum Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Oh So Blue by MPC (#2F4F99), Sailboat Blue by MPC (#1652A6), Twilight Blue by Benjamin Moore (#375597). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Optimum Blue?
Optimum Blue has an LRV of 8.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Optimum Blue's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.