Ref. #B1CFE3 · RD180-01
Scandinavia
60%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Scandinavia Technical Profile
What color is Scandinavia? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #B1CFE3. Colors similar to Scandinavia include Behr Crystal Waters, Behr Elevated, Hirshfield's Blue Bayou. Scandinavia has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 60, Scandinavia sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Scandinavia
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Scandinavia
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Scandinavia
#B1CFE3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C82B6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Scandinavia
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Scandinavia 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Scandinavia.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Scandinavia — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Scandinavia have?
Scandinavia by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Scandinavia from other brands?
The closest matches are Crystal Waters by Behr (#B3CEE1), Elevated by Behr (#B5D5EC), Blue Bayou by Hirshfield's (#B4CCDF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Scandinavia?
Scandinavia has an LRV of 59.5, 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 Scandinavia's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.