1Midnight BlueN480-7 · LRV 9
A deep slate navy at LRV 9 with a gray cast rather than a purple one, the dark blue searched for islands, doors, and full accent walls.
Behr · Blue paint colors
Behr Blue 463 colors. Ten worth a sample.
10 curated blues with undertones, LRV, and the honest reasons why, plus the full 463-color blue deck below.
463blues in the deck
83–3LRV, lightest to darkest
10curated, with photos
26room pages
8After Rain · LRV 683Charcoal Blue · LRV 194English Channel · LRV 1110Shasta Lake · LRV 101Midnight Blue · LRV 97Undersea · LRV 96Dark Navy · LRV 72Starless Night · LRV 65Very Navy · LRV 69Navy Blue · LRV 4
Lightest · LRV 83The deck, light to dark, in 24 steps. Numbered pins are the picks below, placed by LRV.Darkest · LRV 3
The fast answer
If You Only Sample Four
Don't want to compare 463 blues? These four cover most real projects.
The lightestAfter RainM520-2 · LRV 68
Very pale icy blue at LRV 68, close to a white with sky in it, used where a bathroom or bedroom needs air rather than color.
The famous oneMidnight BlueN480-7 · LRV 9
A deep slate navy at LRV 9 with a gray cast rather than a purple one, the dark blue searched for islands, doors, and full accent walls.
The runner-upStarless NightPPU14-20 · LRV 6
Starless Night is Behr's answer to a specific question: what if a navy just kept going until it stopped reading as blue at all?
The deepestNavy BlueS-H-580 · LRV 4
A true deep navy (LRV 4) sold across nearly every Behr product line, a dependable no-frills blue for doors, trim, or an accent wall.
Curated, in order
The 10 Behr Blues People Actually Buy
Numbered and curated. Tap any color for its full review, or see it on your own walls in the visualizer.
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2Starless NightPPU14-20 · LRV 6
Starless Night is Behr's answer to a specific question: what if a navy just kept going until it stopped reading as blue at all?.
3Charcoal BlueN490-5 · LRV 19
A dusty blue-teal at LRV 19 that reads slate in low light, a common pick for bathroom vanities, porch ceilings, and shutters.
4English ChannelPPU14-19 · LRV 11
A deep slate blue with clear gray depth at LRV 11, the moody navy-adjacent blue searched for cabinets, front doors, and accent walls.
5Very NavyM500-7 · LRV 6
Very Navy is Behr's quiet answer to the navy-front-door trend: deep enough (LRV 6) to sit right at the edge of black, blue enough in real daylight to never be mistaken for it.
6Dark NavyS530-7 · LRV 7
The Behr equivalent of Hale Navy; standard for cabinet makeovers at HD.
7UnderseaS470-7 · LRV 9
A deep blue-teal at LRV 9 that behaves like a navy with more green in it, built for an island, a front door or a small dark bath.
8After RainM520-2 · LRV 68
Very pale icy blue at LRV 68, close to a white with sky in it, used where a bathroom or bedroom needs air rather than color.
9Navy BlueS-H-580 · LRV 4
A true deep navy (LRV 4) sold across nearly every Behr product line, a dependable no-frills blue for doors, trim, or an accent wall.
10Shasta LakeM490-7 · LRV 10
Shasta Lake is the deep, slightly green-leaning blue you land on when navy feels too corporate and teal feels too coastal.
By depth
Light to Dark
The whole Behr blue range by depth. LRV is the number to trust: the same blue looks two steps darker on a wall than on a chip.
LRV is just a 0-to-100 scale for how light or dark a color is. The blues in this slice run from an LRV of 81 at the lightest down to 3 at the darkest, so the number tells you fast whether a swatch will feel soft or heavy on a real wall. Higher numbers bounce more light around the room; lower numbers soak it up.
For reference, First Rain (P520-1) sits at 81 and stays light and open. Monet (PPU15-17) at 61 is a true mid-tone blue. Celebration Blue (MQ4-57) at 23 and Legacy (UL250-22) at 10 are deep enough to feel dramatic, and Blueberry Twist (S-H-570) at 7 is close to navy. A simple rule: pick a higher-LRV blue for small or dim rooms, and save the low-LRV blues for spaces with strong daylight or where you want a cozy, enclosed feel.
Room by room
Behr Blue, Room by Room
Each room page shows blue picks from every US brand side by side, so you can compare in context.
Blue BedroomSoft Morning Sky
Breath of Fresh Air
Blue Master BedroomHale Navy
Hale Navy
Blue KitchenSoft Sky Blue Cabinets
Breath of Fresh Air
Blue BathroomPale Spa Blue
Breath of Fresh Air
Blue Powder RoomHague Blue, Brick Red, Royal Orchard
Hague Blue
Blue Living RoomDeep Navy Velvet Corner
NightlifeMore roomsBlue Dining RoomBlue HallwayBlue EntrywayBlue Home OfficeBlue NurseryBlue Children's RoomBlue Teen RoomBlue PlayroomBlue MudroomBlue Laundry RoomBlue BasementBlue SunroomBlue ExteriorBlue Front DoorBlue ShuttersBlue Garage DoorBlue Porch CeilingBlue Accent WallBlue CeilingBlue Kitchen Cabinets
Light blues like First Rain work almost anywhere and are popular for bedrooms, bathrooms, and ceilings because they keep a room feeling calm and bright. Mid-tones like Monet and Wisteria Blue are a good fit for living rooms, dining rooms, and kid spaces where you want color without going dark. They show their personality in daylight and settle down under lamps at night.
The deep blues earn their keep as feature colors. Royal Peacock, Celebration Blue, Neptune Blue, Legacy, and Blueberry Twist all look strong on an accent wall, a kitchen island, built-in shelves, or a front door. If you want one of these on every wall in a room, make sure that room has enough natural light to carry it.
The whole deck
All 463 Behr Blue Paint Colors
Every Behr blue, grouped by undertone, warm to cool. Filter by depth or change the order.
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YucatanP490-5 · LRV 29
Hacienda BlueP490-6 · LRV 20
Tibetan TurquoiseMQ4-53 · LRV 20
RebootT12-8 · LRV 33
Mayan TreasureP490-7 · LRV 15
Blue EdgeMQ5-62 · LRV 10
Aztec SkyP490-4 · LRV 40
Isle Of Capri550B-6 · LRV 46
Blue Chaise550D-6 · LRV 32
Ocean View560D-5 · LRV 39
Blue LuxuryS-G-520 · LRV 20
El CapitanMQ4-56 · LRV 32
Deep Blue Sea540D-7 · LRV 9
Enchanting560B-4 · LRV 63
Cloisonne BlueT14-14 · LRV 33
Celebration BlueMQ4-57 · LRV 23
Desert NightECC-64-3 · LRV 16
MillstreamPPU14-16 · LRV 63
Reef BlueS490-3 · LRV 47
Carefree SkyM490-2 · LRV 57
Hex values are display approximations from Behr's published swatch tools, not a physical sample under controlled lighting. Order a brand-direct sample before specifying.
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Behr is sold only at The Home Depot, and every one of these colors is mixed to order at the paint counter, so the swatch becomes a real can on the spot. The lines run from value to best: Premium Plus (around $35 a gallon), then Ultra, then Marquee (around $55, a one-coat option), then Dynasty (around $65, the top line built to resist stains and scuffs). Behr's reputation is the best big-box value, with strong coverage and durability on the premium lines for the price.
You are not locked in by brand. Any of these blues can be color-matched at the counter from a chip or code, and most US brands will match the other way too. If you are comparing options, you can take a Behr blue to match against the featured Kompozit deck or vice versa; matching reads the actual color, so the same blue can be mixed in whichever line and brand fits your project and budget.
By brand
How Deep Each Blue Deck Goes
How many blue colors each brand carries, drawn with that deck's own blues from light to dark. Pick your store first, then the color. Every brand equal, no favorites.
The rest of the Behr deck, by family
Before you sample
More on Behr blue paint colors
The Character of Behr's Blues
Behr's blue family is large and forgiving, which is part of why it sells so well. With 441 colors in this slice, you can find almost any blue you have in your head, from a barely-there sky tint to a near-black navy. The undertones span the whole range too, so some blues lean cool and crisp while others soften toward gray, green, or purple.
A few examples show the spread. First Rain (P520-1) is a pale, airy blue that reads almost like white in good light. Wisteria Blue (M550-4) carries a clear purple lean. Royal Peacock (540B-7) and Neptune Blue (570D-6) push into deeper, richer territory, while Blueberry Twist (S-H-570) is about as dark as the family goes.
Pairing With Trim, Ceiling, and Coordinating Colors
Blues are easy to pair because a clean white reads as a partner, not a fight. Behr's well-known whites like Ultra Pure White, Swiss Coffee, and Blank Canvas all work as trim or ceiling against any of these blues, with crisper whites flattering the cooler blues and softer creamy whites warming up the deeper ones. Keeping the ceiling lighter than the walls also helps a deep blue room feel taller.
For a layered look, pair a deep blue wall with a warm neutral elsewhere in the room. Even Better Beige is a friendly counterweight to a navy like Blueberry Twist or Legacy. If you want a tonal scheme instead, stack two blues from this same family, such as First Rain on most walls with Royal Peacock on a single accent.
Questions people actually ask
Behr Blue Paint FAQ
What is the most popular Behr blue paint color?
Midnight Blue (N480-7) — A deep slate navy at LRV 9 with a gray cast rather than a purple one, the dark blue searched for islands, doors, and full accent walls. After Rain and Starless Night and Navy Blue round out the short list most people choose from.
How many blue paint colors does Behr offer?
Behr's blue family in this slice includes 441 colors, ranging from very light to nearly black. That covers pale sky tints, true mid-tone blues, and deep navies, with undertones that lean cool, gray, green, or purple.
What is the lightest and darkest Behr blue?
By light reflectance value (LRV), the lightest blue in this slice is First Rain (P520-1) at an LRV of 81, which reads soft and airy. The darkest sits at an LRV of 3, with Blueberry Twist (S-H-570) at 7 close to that deep end.
Which Behr blue is best for a small or dim room?
Reach for a higher-LRV blue, since it reflects more light and keeps the space feeling open. First Rain at 81 or Monet (PPU15-17) at 61 are good starting points, while deep blues like Legacy (UL250-22) at 10 are better saved for rooms with strong daylight.
What white goes with Behr blue walls?
Clean whites like Ultra Pure White and Blank Canvas pair well with cooler blues, while a softer white like Swiss Coffee warms up deeper navies. Keeping the ceiling lighter than the walls also helps a dark blue room feel taller.
Where can I buy Behr blue paint and how is it made?
Behr is sold exclusively at The Home Depot, and every color is mixed to order at the paint counter. You choose the line based on budget and durability needs, from Premium Plus at the value end up to Dynasty at the top.
Can I match a Behr blue to another brand?
Yes. Any of these blues can be color-matched at the counter from a chip or code, and most US brands match in both directions. You can match a Behr blue to or from the featured Kompozit deck, since matching reads the actual color rather than the brand.
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