Silhouette N540-4 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8DA3BA, estimated LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Celestial Horizon from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #8DA3BA · N540-4
Silhouette
32%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Silhouette Technical Profile
HEX Code#8DA3BA
RGB141, 163, 186
Estimated LRV32.0
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 →
Celestial Horizon
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#8FA4BF
Close digital match
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Benjamin Moore
#94A7BF
Close digital match
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#8EA9C2
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#9DA1AA
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Colors That Work With Silhouette
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silhouette
#8DA3BA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silhouette
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silhouette 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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Silhouette — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silhouette have?
Silhouette 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 Silhouette from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Silhouette are Celestial Horizon by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Citadel by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Harlequin Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Silhouette'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 Silhouette?
Silhouette has a estimated lightness value of 32.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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