Behr Explorer Blue M470-5
| Color code: | M470-5 |
| Color name: | Explorer Blue |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Explorer Blue?
Explorer Blue (M470-5) is a deep and moody shade that adds a sense of mystery and sophistication to any space. This bold hue pairs beautifully with creamy off-whites, soft greys, and warm wood tones for a balanced and elegant look. Incorporating touches of crisp white or metallic finishes can help brighten up the room and create a visually captivating contrast. Whether used as an accent wall or as a grounding base color, Explorer Blue (M470-5) brings a sense of depth and drama to any interior.
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View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
What are Behr Explorer Blue undertones?
Blue is Behr Explorer Blue undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate
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HEX value
HEX value:
#57A3B3
RGB code:
87, 163, 179
Is Behr Explorer Blue M470-5 cool or warm?
warm colors
cool colors
With a hue of 190° this Blue refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
M470-5 Explorer Blue HSL code: 190, 38%, 52%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Cool Blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool Blue undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
- Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.
Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Explorer Blue:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.
Lighter shades
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Darker shades
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.
Color comparison
Explorer Blue M470-5 vs Bali Bliss PPU13-05
LRV: 27.28%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 26.04%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
Explorer Blue M470-5 vs Jet Ski M490-5
LRV: 27.28%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 22.79%
Medium color
Temperature: cold