Poseidon S480-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #33748A, 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.
Ref. #33748A · S480-6
Poseidon
15%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Poseidon Technical Profile
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Poseidon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Poseidon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPoseidon
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsEnglish River
English River
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Turkish Tile
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Avalon Teal
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Adventure
PPG
Nearly identical
Arroyo
Kilz
Very similar
Ocean Blues
Vista Paint
Very similar
Peacock Blues
Valspar
Very similar
Tory Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rain Shower Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Water Blue
RAL
Very similar
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Poseidon
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Poseidon.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Poseidon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Poseidon have?
Poseidon by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Poseidon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Poseidon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Poseidon are English River by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Turkish Tile by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Avalon Teal by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Poseidon's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.