Relaxed Blue BIC-22 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #5B9DA9, LRV 29 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gone Fishing from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5B9DA9 · BIC-22
Relaxed Blue
29%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Relaxed Blue Technical Profile
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Relaxed Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Relaxed Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRelaxed Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparGone Fishing
Gone Fishing
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blue Lake
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Acapulco Cliffs
PPG
Nearly identical
Teal Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Star City
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lakeshore
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blessed Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Estuary
Kilz
Very similar
Gulf Coast Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Relaxed Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Relaxed Blue
#5B9DA9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8593AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Relaxed Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Relaxed Blue 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 Relaxed Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Relaxed Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Relaxed Blue have?
Relaxed Blue 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 Relaxed Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Relaxed Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Relaxed Blue are Gone Fishing by Valspar (a near-identical match), Blue Lake by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sea Exposure by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Relaxed Blue'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 Relaxed Blue?
Relaxed Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.2, 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 Relaxed Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.