Soul Search T18-14 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #377290, LRV 15 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tory Blue from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #377290 · T18-14
Soul Search
15%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Soul Search Technical Profile
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Soul Search in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Soul Search in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSoul Search
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sTory Blue
Tory Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Santa Monica Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tory Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Down Pour
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cosmic Dust
PPG
Very similar
Crashing Waves
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Photogenic
Valspar
Very similar
Marine Bay
Kilz
Very similar
Rain Shower Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soul Search
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soul Search
#377290
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5B669F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soul Search
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soul Search 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soul Search — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soul Search have?
Soul Search 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 Soul Search in your own space before committing.
What colors match Soul Search from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soul Search are Tory Blue by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Santa Monica Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tory Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Soul Search'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 Soul Search?
Soul Search has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Soul Search's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.