Ref. #53D8F5 · 550B-5
Windjammer
35%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Windjammer Technical Profile
What color is Windjammer? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #53D8F5. Windjammer has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 35 gives Windjammer depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Windjammer
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Ocean Park
Vista Paint
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Fairy Tale Blue
Benjamin Moore
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Lasting Thoughts
Hirshfield's
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Mountain Creek
Kilz
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Bayshore
Dunn-Edwards
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Roman Bath Blue
MPC
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Fiesta Blue
Valspar
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Cloudless
Sherwin-Williams
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Windjammer
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Windjammer
#53D8F5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6385CF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Windjammer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Windjammer 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 Windjammer.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Windjammer — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Windjammer have?
Windjammer by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Windjammer from other brands?
The closest matches are Ocean Park by Vista Paint (#7CD0DE), Fairy Tale Blue by Benjamin Moore (#79CCDB), Lasting Thoughts by Hirshfield's (#72C7E3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Windjammer?
Windjammer has an LRV of 35.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Windjammer's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.