Thundercloud S520-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6295B9, LRV 23 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bird’s Egg Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6295B9 · S520-5
Thundercloud
23%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Thundercloud Technical Profile
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Thundercloud in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Thundercloud in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrThundercloud
Nearly identical
Vista PaintBird’s Egg Blue
Bird’s Egg Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lazy Sunday
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Superhero
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rushing Rapids
Valspar
Very similar
Vanity
PPG
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Heavenly Sky
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mountain Bluebird
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Coast Drive
Kilz
Very similar
Jacaranda
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Thundercloud
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thundercloud
#6295B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8286B0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thundercloud
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thundercloud 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 Thundercloud.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Thundercloud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thundercloud have?
Thundercloud 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 Thundercloud in your own space before committing.
What colors match Thundercloud from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thundercloud are Bird’s Egg Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Lazy Sunday by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Superhero by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Thundercloud'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 Thundercloud?
Thundercloud has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.0, 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 Thundercloud's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.