Sydney Harbour S480-3 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #98D9DA, LRV 46 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lake Reflection from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #98D9DA · S480-3
Sydney Harbour
46%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sydney Harbour Technical Profile
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Sydney Harbour in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sydney Harbour in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSydney Harbour
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsLake Reflection
Lake Reflection
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Echo Lake Aqua
PPG
Nearly identical
Sonoma Skies
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Life of Reilly
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Bora Bora Shore
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sea Kiss
Valspar
Very similar
Christopher Coast
Vista Paint
Very similar
Aqua Wave
Kilz
Very similar
Everest
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sprout .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sydney Harbour
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sydney Harbour
#98D9DA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C98B6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sydney Harbour
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sydney Harbour 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.
Sydney Harbour — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sydney Harbour have?
Sydney Harbour 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 Sydney Harbour in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sydney Harbour from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sydney Harbour are Lake Reflection by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Echo Lake Aqua by PPG (a near-identical match), Sonoma Skies by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sydney Harbour'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 Sydney Harbour?
Sydney Harbour has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.0, 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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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 Sydney Harbour's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.