Spring Storm S450-3 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A9E0D8, LRV 53 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mild Mallard from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A9E0D8 · S450-3
Spring Storm
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Spring Storm Technical Profile
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Spring Storm in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Spring Storm in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSpring Storm
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMild Mallard
Mild Mallard
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Oceanfront
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Teal Zeal
PPG
Nearly identical
Teal Seaglass
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Jaded Clouds
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Aqua Glow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sprout .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Aqueduct
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Everest
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Jamaican Dream
Kilz
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spring Storm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spring Storm
#A9E0D8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7CA1B6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spring Storm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spring Storm 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 Spring Storm.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spring Storm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spring Storm have?
Spring Storm 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 Spring Storm in your own space before committing.
What colors match Spring Storm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spring Storm are Mild Mallard by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Oceanfront by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Teal Zeal by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Spring Storm'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 Spring Storm?
Spring Storm has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Spring Storm's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.