Wild Pansy P540-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #5171FF, estimated LRV 18 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bodega Bay from Dunn-Edwards (a visible but close match), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #5171FF · P540-6
Wild Pansy
18%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Wild Pansy Technical Profile
HEX Code#5171FF
RGB81, 113, 255
Estimated LRV18.0
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Wild Pansy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wild Pansy
#5171FF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#825CD6
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wild Pansy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wild Pansy 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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Wild Pansy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wild Pansy have?
Wild Pansy by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Wild Pansy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wild Pansy are Bodega Bay by Dunn-Edwards (a close match), Bright Cornflower Blue by PPG (a close match), Watertown by Benjamin Moore (a close match) — the best options for getting Wild Pansy'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 Wild Pansy?
Wild Pansy has a estimated lightness value of 18.0, 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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Why Wild Pansy's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.