Superior Blue S490-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #255B83, LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Animation from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #255B83 · S490-7
Superior Blue
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Superior Blue Technical Profile
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Superior Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Superior Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSuperior Blue
Nearly identical
PPGAnimation
Animation
PPG
Nearly identical
Moroccan Resort
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blueberry
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
Queen of the Night
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lapis
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Luxurious Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Glacier Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Jay Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ribbon Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Superior Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Superior Blue
#255B83
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#494E92
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Superior Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Superior 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 Superior 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.
Superior Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Superior Blue have?
Superior Blue 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 Superior Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Superior Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Superior Blue are Animation by PPG (a near-identical match), Moroccan Resort by Valspar (a near-identical match), Stunning Sapphire by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Superior 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 Superior Blue?
Superior Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Superior Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.