Script Ink N540-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4B5974, estimated LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sapphire Earbobs from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #4B5974 · N540-6
Script Ink
12%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Script Ink Technical Profile
HEX Code#4B5974
RGB75, 89, 116
Estimated LRV12.0
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 Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#475671
Close digital match
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#4F5972
Close digital match
Authentic Navy
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#475A75
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#4C5B72
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Colors That Work With Script Ink
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Script Ink
#4B5974
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#686191
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Script Ink
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Script Ink 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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Script Ink — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Script Ink have?
Script Ink by Behr has a neutral 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 Script Ink from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Script Ink are Sapphire Earbobs by Valspar (a close digital match), In the Navy by PPG (a close digital match), Authentic Navy by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Script Ink'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 Script Ink?
Script Ink has a estimated lightness value of 12.0, 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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