Thermal S440-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #2A4A4B, LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mallard Green from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2A4A4B · S440-7
Thermal
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Thermal Technical Profile
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Thermal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Thermal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrThermal
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMallard Green
Mallard Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Woodland Springs
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Westhaven
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Atlantic Waves
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep Pine
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Jungled Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Oceans Deep
Kilz
Very similar
Dark Hunter Green
PPG
Very similar
Midsummer Night
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Green
RAL
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Thermal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thermal
#2A4A4B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#435365
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thermal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thermal 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 Thermal.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Thermal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thermal have?
Thermal 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 Thermal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Thermal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thermal are Mallard Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Woodland Springs by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Green Mountain Falls by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Thermal'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 Thermal?
Thermal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 5.9, 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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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 Thermal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.