Washed Denim by Behr paint color
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Ref. #7BB2E2 · M530-4

Washed Denim

33%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
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Washed Denim M530-4 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7BB2E2, LRV 33 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Autumn Sky from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.

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Washed Denim Technical Profile

HEX Code#7BB2E2
RGB123, 178, 226
LRV33.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr

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Washed Denim in Every Brand

The closest equivalent to Washed Denim in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →

BehrWashed Denim
Nearly identical
ValsparAutumn Sky

Autumn Sky

Valspar

Nearly identical

Victoria Blue

PPG

Nearly identical

Blue Hydrangea

Kilz

Very similar

City of Atlantis

Vista Paint

Very similar

Sanctuary Spa

Dunn-Edwards

Very similar

On Cloud Nine

Dutch Boy

Very similar

Acapulco Dive

Hirshfield's

Very similar

Blue Wave

Benjamin Moore

Very similar

Regale Blue

Sherwin-Williams

Visible difference

Lulworth Blue

Farrow & Ball

Visible difference

Dream .03

Colorhouse

Visible difference

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Recommended Pairings

Colors That Work With Washed Denim

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with applied paint colors

Side Walls

Washed Denim

#7BB2E2

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#7275C0

Trim & Molding

Pure White

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

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Color Palettes for Washed Denim

Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

Base

Victoria Blue

Complement

San Mateo Peach

Washed Denim Room Palettes

Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Walls

This Color

Trim

Blanca Peak

Accent

Shaded Spruce

Pop

Mint Sprig

Warm & Inviting

Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable

Walls

This Color

Trim

Blanca Peak

Accent

Mozart

Pop

Super Hero

Cool & Calm

Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful

Walls

This Color

Trim

Blanca Peak

Accent

Roasted Pepper

Pop

Acorn

Bold Contrast

Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking

Similar Behr Colors

Other Behr colors close to Washed Denim.

Cest La Vie

Behr · MQ4-27

#7FB9E6

Blueberry Popover

Behr · 610D-5

#83A7DE

Blue Satin

Behr · M540-5

#77A6EB

Romantic Isle

Behr · 590D-4

#88B8EA

Bluebird

Behr · PPU15-12

#89B1D8

Jet Set

Behr · S530-4

#7BA8D2

More blue colors from other brands

Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.

Blue Oasis

PPG · 1158-6

#296D93

Sapphire Ice

Benjamin Moore · 808

#A2C0D6

Rain Shower Blue

Dutch Boy · 236-6DB

#416D83

Stormy Ridge

PPG · 1159-5

#507B9A

Cat's Meow

Valspar · 8004-38C

#9FB4BD

Hot Sauna

Hirshfield's · 1271

#3F3F75

Washed Denim — Frequently Asked Questions

What undertone does Washed Denim have?
Washed Denim 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 Washed Denim in your own space before committing.
What colors match Washed Denim from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Washed Denim are Autumn Sky by Valspar (a near-identical match), Victoria Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), High Seas by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Washed Denim'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 Washed Denim?
Washed Denim has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.0, 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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