Ref. #14446A · 560D-7
Planetarium
5%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Planetarium Technical Profile
What color is Planetarium? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #14446A. Colors similar to Planetarium include Vista Paint Prairie Night, Sherwin-Williams Commodore, Benjamin Moore Downpour Blue. Planetarium has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 5, Planetarium 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 Planetarium
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Planetarium
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Planetarium
#14446A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#34387D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Planetarium
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Planetarium 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 Planetarium.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Planetarium — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Planetarium have?
Planetarium by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Planetarium from other brands?
The closest matches are Prairie Night by Vista Paint (#244667), Commodore by Sherwin-Williams (#25476A), Downpour Blue by Benjamin Moore (#26476A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Planetarium?
Planetarium has an LRV of 5.3, 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 Planetarium's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.