Silhouette N540-4 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8DA3BA, 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.
Ref. #8DA3BA · N540-4
Silhouette
32%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Silhouette Technical Profile
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Silhouette in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Silhouette in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSilhouette
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCelestial Horizon
Celestial Horizon
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Citadel
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cosmos
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Kaleidoscope
PPG
Very similar
Far Horizons
Vista Paint
Very similar
North Sea
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Ballad
Kilz
Very similar
Lovebirds
Valspar
Very similar
Downpour
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Silhouette
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Silhouette.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Silhouette — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silhouette have?
Silhouette by Behr has a neutral 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 Silhouette in your own space before committing.
What colors match Silhouette from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Silhouette are Celestial Horizon by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Citadel by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Harlequin Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Silhouette's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.