Poseidon S480-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #33748A, estimated LRV 15 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is English River from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #33748A · S480-6
Poseidon
15%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Poseidon Technical Profile
HEX Code#33748A
RGB51, 116, 138
Estimated LRV15.0
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 Poseidon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Poseidon
#33748A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#576799
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Poseidon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Poseidon 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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Poseidon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Poseidon have?
Poseidon 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 Poseidon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Poseidon are English River by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Turkish Tile by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Avalon Teal by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Poseidon'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 Poseidon?
Poseidon has a estimated lightness value of 15.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Poseidon's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.