Tahoe Blue PPU13-9 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #94B8C1, LRV 44 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Intricate Aqua from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #94B8C1 · PPU13-9
Tahoe Blue
44%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tahoe Blue Technical Profile
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Tahoe Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tahoe Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrTahoe Blue
Nearly identical
KilzIntricate Aqua
Intricate Aqua
Kilz
Nearly identical
Trisha’s Eyes
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Trisha's Eyes
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Marlboro Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rest Assured
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Kingston Aqua
PPG
Very similar
Splishy Splash
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Arctic Sunrise
Valspar
Very similar
More Water Please
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tahoe Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tahoe Blue
#94B8C1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8591AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tahoe Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tahoe 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 Tahoe 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.
Tahoe Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tahoe Blue have?
Tahoe Blue 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 Tahoe Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tahoe Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tahoe Blue are Intricate Aqua by Kilz (a near-identical match), Trisha’s Eyes by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Trisha's Eyes by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tahoe 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 Tahoe Blue?
Tahoe Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.4, 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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Related Reading
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 Tahoe Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.