Prelude 740E-3 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A8CDCC, LRV 47 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Thunderbird from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A8CDCC · 740E-3
Prelude
47%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Prelude Technical Profile
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Prelude in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Prelude in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPrelude
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreThunderbird
Thunderbird
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Evening Aqua Sky
PPG
Nearly identical
Raindrop
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Teal Twilight
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lake Breeze
Valspar
Very similar
Seaport
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Polar Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Fun-Guy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Outerspace
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Prelude
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Prelude
#A8CDCC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Prelude
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Prelude 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 Prelude.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Prelude — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Prelude have?
Prelude by Behr has a neutral 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 Prelude in your own space before committing.
What colors match Prelude from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Prelude are Thunderbird by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Evening Aqua Sky by PPG (a near-identical match), Aqua Chintz by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Prelude'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 Prelude?
Prelude has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.0, 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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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 Prelude's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.