Sonic Blue T15-11 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #5BA8B9, estimated 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.
Behr · #5BA8B9 · T15-11
Sonic Blue
34%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sonic Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#5BA8B9
RGB91, 168, 185
Estimated LRV33.7
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 →
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#57A7B9
Close digital match
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#55A7B6
Close digital match
Spa
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#5FA4B2
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Colors That Work With Sonic Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Sonic Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sonic Blue are Lobster by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match), Blue Calypso by PPG (a close digital match), Spa by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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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.