Shipyard S500-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #3B739D, LRV 16 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winter's from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3B739D · S500-6
Shipyard
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Shipyard Technical Profile
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Shipyard in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shipyard in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrShipyard
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWinter's
Winter's
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Triumph Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Surf'S Up
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lovely Lapis
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Zenith
Vista Paint
Very similar
Zenith
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Planetarium
PPG
Very similar
Peek-A-Boo Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Danube
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sky Blue
RAL
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shipyard
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shipyard
#3B739D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6469A7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shipyard
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shipyard 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shipyard — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shipyard have?
Shipyard 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 Shipyard in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shipyard from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shipyard are Winter's by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Chicago Blues by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Triumph Blue by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shipyard'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 Shipyard?
Shipyard has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.6, 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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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 Shipyard's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.