Quiet Storm S-H-540 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #135074, estimated LRV 7 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue By You from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #135074 · S-H-540
Quiet Storm
7%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Quiet Storm Technical Profile
HEX Code#135074
RGB19, 80, 116
Estimated LRV7.1
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 Quiet Storm
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Quiet Storm
#135074
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#353F85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Quiet Storm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Quiet Storm 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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Quiet Storm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Quiet Storm have?
Quiet Storm 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 Quiet Storm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Quiet Storm are Blue By You by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Ocean Spray by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Dignity Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Quiet Storm'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 Quiet Storm?
Quiet Storm has a estimated lightness value of 7.1, 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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