Peaceful River P500-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #51C6F9, estimated LRV 31 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cayman Blue from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #51C6F9 · P500-5
Peaceful River
31%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Peaceful River Technical Profile
HEX Code#51C6F9
RGB81, 198, 249
Estimated LRV31.0
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 Peaceful River
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peaceful River
#51C6F9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6076D2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peaceful River
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peaceful River 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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Peaceful River — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Peaceful River have?
Peaceful River 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 Peaceful River from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Peaceful River are Cayman Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), True Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Sea Frolic by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Peaceful River'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 Peaceful River?
Peaceful River has a estimated lightness value of 31.0, 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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Why Peaceful River's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.