Constellation AF-540 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D6E2E4, LRV 74 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is April Winds from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D6E2E4 · AF-540
Constellation
74%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Constellation Technical Profile
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Constellation in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Constellation in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreConstellation
Nearly identical
BehrApril Winds
April Winds
Behr
Nearly identical
Ice Rink Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Beachcomber
PPG
Nearly identical
Air .06
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Iceberg
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Baby Powder
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Smoke and Mirrors
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Caribbean Sky
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Nuance
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Clean Air
Kilz
Nearly identical
Borrowed Light
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Constellation
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Constellation
#D6E2E4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8593AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Constellation
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Constellation 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Constellation.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Constellation — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Constellation have?
Constellation by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Constellation in your own space before committing.
What colors match Constellation from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Constellation are April Winds by Behr (a near-identical match), Vientos De Abril by Behr (a near-identical match), Ice Rink Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Constellation'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 Constellation?
Constellation has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 74.3, 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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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 Constellation's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.