Winterscape M480-2A is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C9E5EB, estimated LRV 75 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fresh Dawn from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C9E5EB · M480-2A
Winterscape
75%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Winterscape Technical Profile
HEX Code#C9E5EB
RGB201, 229, 235
Estimated LRV74.5
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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Compare alternatives to Winterscape
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Fresh Dawn
Valspar
#C8E5EC
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Surf's Up
PPG
#C6E4EB
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Snowbank
Kilz
#CCE6EC
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Aviary Blue
Sherwin-Williams
#C6E3E8
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Crystal Springs
Benjamin Moore
#C9E7EB
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Simply Heaven
Vista Paint
#C5E6ED
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Dream .01
Colorhouse
#CAE9EE
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Peaceful Blue
Dutch Boy
#CAE1E6
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Ice Cold
Dunn-Edwards
#D2EAF1
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Kyoto
Hirshfield's
#BEE3EA
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Colors That Work With Winterscape
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Winterscape
#C9E5EB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D8FB5
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Winterscape
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Winterscape 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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Winterscape — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Winterscape have?
Winterscape 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 Winterscape from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Winterscape are Fresh Dawn by Valspar (a close digital match), Surf's Up by PPG (a close digital match), Snowbank by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Winterscape'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 Winterscape?
Winterscape has a estimated lightness value of 74.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Why Winterscape's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.