Sonic Blue T15-11 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #5BA8B9, LRV 34 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lobster from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5BA8B9 · T15-11
Sonic Blue
34%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sonic Blue Technical Profile
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Sonic Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sonic Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSonic Blue
Nearly identical
Farrow & BallLobster
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Blue Calypso
PPG
Nearly identical
Spa
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Patch of Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Gone Fishing
Valspar
Very similar
Freshwater
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Serene Summit
Kilz
Very similar
Watson Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Perfect Puddle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sarah's Garden
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sonic Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sonic Blue
#5BA8B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8090B2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sonic Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sonic 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 Sonic 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.
Sonic Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sonic Blue have?
Sonic 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 Sonic Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sonic Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sonic Blue are Lobster by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Blue Calypso by PPG (a near-identical match), Spa by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sonic 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 Sonic Blue?
Sonic Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.7, 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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Related Reading
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 Sonic Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.