Velvet Evening 540F-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #1B4660, estimated LRV 6 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Adriatic Sea from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #1B4660 · 540F-7
Velvet Evening
6%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Velvet Evening Technical Profile
HEX Code#1B4660
RGB27, 70, 96
Estimated LRV5.5
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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Colors That Work With Velvet Evening
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Velvet Evening
#1B4660
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3A4174
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Velvet Evening
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Velvet Evening 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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Velvet Evening — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Velvet Evening have?
Velvet Evening 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 Velvet Evening from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Velvet Evening are Adriatic Sea by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Champion Cobalt by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Night Edition by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Velvet Evening'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 Velvet Evening?
Velvet Evening has a estimated lightness value of 5.5, 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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