Royal Peacock 540B-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #2CA5E1, estimated LRV 20 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Azure Afternoon from PPG (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #2CA5E1 · 540B-7
Royal Peacock
20%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Royal Peacock Technical Profile
HEX Code#2CA5E1
RGB44, 165, 225
Estimated LRV20.0
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 Royal Peacock
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Royal Peacock
#2CA5E1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6B7BC7
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Royal Peacock
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Royal Peacock 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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Royal Peacock — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Royal Peacock have?
Royal Peacock 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 Royal Peacock from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Royal Peacock are Azure Afternoon by PPG (a very close match), Bayberry Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Blue Morning Glory by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Royal Peacock'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 Royal Peacock?
Royal Peacock has a estimated lightness value of 20.0, 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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Why Royal Peacock's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.