Running Water S-G-580 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #1A5ACA, estimated LRV 12 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Sea from Dutch Boy (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #1A5ACA · S-G-580
Running Water
12%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Running Water Technical Profile
HEX Code#1A5ACA
RGB26, 90, 202
Estimated LRV11.8
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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
Test it in your room
Place physical samples beside your flooring and trim. Check them in daylight and with your evening lights before buying paint.
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Compare alternatives to Running Water
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Blue Sea
Dutch Boy
#2D61AD
Similar digital color
Rainbow Bright
PPG
#2863AD
Similar digital color
Mosaic
Benjamin Moore
#3963A4
Visible digital difference
Miracle at Wrigley
Valspar
#245B9E
Visible digital difference
Starstruck
Dunn-Edwards
#4664A5
Visible digital difference
Beyond The Sea
Kilz
#346696
Visible digital difference
Brillant Blue
RAL
#3E5F8A
Visible digital difference
Hondy Tonk Blue
Vista Paint
#43668B
Visible digital difference
Azure Tide
Sherwin-Williams
#436585
Visible digital difference
Honky Tonk Blue
Hirshfield's
#446A8D
Visible digital difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
#1F4992
Visible digital difference
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Generated palette previews
Colors That Work With Running Water
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Running Water
#1A5ACA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6556C1
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Running Water
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Running Water 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 Running Water.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Running Water — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Running Water have?
Running Water by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Running Water from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Running Water are Blue Sea by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Rainbow Bright by PPG (a very close match), Mosaic by Benjamin Moore (a close match) — the best options for getting Running Water'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 Running Water?
Running Water has a estimated lightness value of 11.8, 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.
Explore More with Running Water
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 Running Water's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.