# Behr Big Surf

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/behr-big-surf](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-big-surf)

Behr Big Surf M460-3 is a light blue-green with a softly muted, watery appearance rather than a bright tropical aqua. Its cool cast is clear, though the moderate softness in the color keeps it from feeling icy on broad walls. In daylight, Big Surf can read as a clean pale teal, while warmer artificial light may bring out its quieter gray-blue side. It suits bathrooms, laundry rooms, sunrooms, and bedrooms where white trim, pale oak, woven natural fibers, or brushed nickel can sharpen its fresh color. For contrast, pair it with deep navy, charcoal, or warm terracotta accents; for a lighter look, use creamy white and sand-toned finishes.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Behr
- **Color name:** Big Surf
- **Color code:** M460-3
- **HEX:** #96d0d1
- **RGB:** 150, 208, 209
- **LRV:** 51.95%
- **Brightness:** Mid-tone
- **Color families:** Blue
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 181° Saturation: 28.23% Value: 81.96%
- **HSL:** hsl(181, 39, 70)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 28.23 Magenta: 0.48 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 18.04
- **YIQ:** Y: 190.772 I: -34.884 Q: -11.958
- **XYZ:** X: 46.638 Y: 56.197 Z: 68.694
- **CIE Lab:** L:79.726 a:-18.242 b:-6.489
- **CIE Luv:** L:79.726 u:-28.584 v:-6.973
- **Decimal:** 9883857
- **Hunter Lab:** 74.965, -20.138, -1.855

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Sherwin Williams Bora Bora Shore](https://plan-home.com/color/bora-bora-shore-sw-9045)
- [Benjamin Moore Spectra Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-spectra-blue-2049-50)
- [Valspar US Bay Mist](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-bay-mist)
- [Benjamin Moore Waterfall](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-waterfall-2050-50)
- [Benjamin Moore Lake Victoria](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-lake-victoria-668)
- [Benjamin Moore Clearlake](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-clearlake-738)
- [Benjamin Moore Sonoma Skies](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-sonoma-skies-737)
- [Benjamin Moore Surf City](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-surf-city-731)
- [Behr Sky Watch](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-sky-watch)
- [Valspar US Crystal Aqua](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-crystal-aqua)
- [Valspar US Electro Chill](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-electro-chill)
- [Sherwin Williams Gentle Aquamarine](https://plan-home.com/color/gentle-aquamarine-sw-9046)
- [Sherwin Williams Spa](https://plan-home.com/color/spa-sw-6765)
- [Valspar US Beach Sparkle](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-beach-sparkle)
- [Valspar US Clear Cove](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-clear-cove)
- [Behr Aquifer](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-aquifer)
- [Benjamin Moore Sea Isle](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-sea-isle-751)
- [Valspar US Droplet](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-droplet)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Behr Helium](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-helium)
- [Behr Ice Mist](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-ice-mist)
- [Behr Beachside Drive](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-beachside-drive)
- [Behr Tahitian Sky](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-tahitian-sky)
- [Behr Snowmelt](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-snowmelt)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Behr Pure Turquoise](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-pure-turquoise)
- [Behr Adonis](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-adonis)

## Complementary colors
- [Behr Autumn Ashes](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-autumn-ashes)
- [Behr Piano Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-piano-brown)
- [Behr Tribeca](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-tribeca)
- [Behr Oak Creek](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-oak-creek)
- [Behr Wild Boysenberry](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-wild-boysenberry)
- [Behr Cameo Rose](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-cameo-rose)
- [Behr Mystere](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-mystere)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.