Oslo Blue PPU13-13 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A6BDBF, estimated LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sea Star from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A6BDBF · PPU13-13
Oslo Blue
48%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Oslo Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#A6BDBF
RGB166, 189, 191
Estimated LRV48.3
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sea Star
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#A5BFC2
Close digital match
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#ABBEBF
Close digital match
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#A1BDBF
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#A2BBC1
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Colors That Work With Oslo Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Oslo Blue
#A6BDBF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8596AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Oslo Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Oslo 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
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Oslo Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Oslo Blue have?
Oslo Blue by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Oslo Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Oslo Blue are Sea Star by Valspar (a close digital match), Rain by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Colonial Aqua by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Oslo Blue'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 Oslo Blue?
Oslo Blue has a estimated lightness value of 48.3, 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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