Tahoe Blue PPU13-9 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #94B8C1, estimated 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.
Behr · #94B8C1 · PPU13-9
Tahoe Blue
44%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tahoe Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#94B8C1
RGB148, 184, 193
Estimated LRV44.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Intricate Aqua
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#91B3BB
Close digital match
Trisha’s Eyes
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#8DB7C2
Close digital match
Trisha's Eyes
Hirshfield's
#8EB9C4
Close digital match
Marlboro Blue
Benjamin Moore
#96BAC7
Close digital match
Rest Assured
Sherwin-Williams
#9BBFC9
Close digital match
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#8FBCC4
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Colors That Work With Tahoe Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Tahoe Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tahoe Blue are Intricate Aqua by Kilz (a close digital match), Trisha’s Eyes by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Trisha's Eyes by Hirshfield's (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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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.