Sonata Blue BNC-08 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #82B2C4, LRV 33 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Crystal Lake from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #82B2C4 · BNC-08
Sonata Blue
33%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sonata Blue Technical Profile
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Sonata Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sonata Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSonata Blue
Nearly identical
PPGCrystal Lake
Crystal Lake
PPG
Nearly identical
Skippered Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Resolute Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Aster
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Jean
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
More Water Please
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
By The Sea
Kilz
Very similar
Trisha’s Eyes
Vista Paint
Very similar
Trisha's Eyes
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sonata Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sonata Blue
#82B2C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#838DAF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sonata Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sonata 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 Sonata 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.
Sonata Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sonata Blue have?
Sonata 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 Sonata Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sonata Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sonata Blue are Crystal Lake by PPG (a near-identical match), Skippered Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Resolute Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sonata 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 Sonata Blue?
Sonata Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.0, 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 Sonata Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.