Russian Blue 560F-4 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #97C3D0, LRV 50 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Bahama Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #97C3D0 · 560F-4
Russian Blue
50%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Russian Blue Technical Profile
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Russian Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Russian Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRussian Blue
Nearly identical
PPGSoft Bahama Blue
Soft Bahama Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Daydream
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Eastern Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
School'S Out
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Hawaiian Ocean
Kilz
Nearly identical
Rest Assured
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tidal Wave
Valspar
Very similar
Gift of the Sea
Vista Paint
Very similar
Trisha's Eyes
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Russian Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Russian Blue
#97C3D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#828EB0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Russian Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Russian 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 Russian 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.
Russian Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Russian Blue have?
Russian 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 Russian Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Russian Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Russian Blue are Soft Bahama Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Daydream by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Eastern Sky by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Russian 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 Russian Blue?
Russian Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Russian Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.