Refreshing Pool 500A-2 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BDFFE7, estimated LRV 73 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Faint Clover from Dunn-Edwards (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #BDFFE7 · 500A-2
Refreshing Pool
73%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Refreshing Pool Technical Profile
HEX Code#BDFFE7
RGB189, 255, 231
Estimated LRV73.0
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygreen
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Refreshing Pool
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Refreshing Pool
#BDFFE7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5CC6D6
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Refreshing Pool
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Refreshing Pool 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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Refreshing Pool — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Refreshing Pool have?
Refreshing Pool by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the green 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 Refreshing Pool from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Refreshing Pool are Faint Clover by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Santa Barbara Green by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Tropical Paradise by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Refreshing Pool'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 Refreshing Pool?
Refreshing Pool has a estimated lightness value of 73.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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