# Behr Explorer Blue

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/behr-explorer-blue](https://plan-home.com/color/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.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Behr
- **Color name:** Explorer Blue
- **Color code:** M470-5
- **HEX:** #57a3b3
- **RGB:** 87, 163, 179
- **LRV:** 27.28%
- **Brightness:** Mid-tone
- **Color families:** Blue
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 190° Saturation: 51.4% Value: 70.2%
- **HSL:** hsl(190, 38, 52)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 51.4 Magenta: 8.94 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 29.8
- **YIQ:** Y: 142.1 I: -50.43 Q: -11.098
- **XYZ:** X: 25.161 Y: 31.473 Z: 47.385
- **CIE Lab:** L:62.905 a:-19.064 b:-15.518
- **CIE Luv:** L:62.905 u:-33.071 v:-20.721
- **Decimal:** 5743539
- **Hunter Lab:** 56.101, -18.121, -10.808

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Benjamin Moore Spa Day](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-spa-day-csp-635)
- [Valspar Blue Chiffon](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-blue-chiffon)
- [Benjamin Moore Ash Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-ash-blue-2057-40)
- [Sherwin Williams Freshwater](https://plan-home.com/color/freshwater-sw-6774)
- [Valspar Blue Nebula](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-blue-nebula)
- [Behr North Pole Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-north-pole-blue)
- [Sherwin Williams Jamaica Bay](https://plan-home.com/color/jamaica-bay-sw-6781)
- [Benjamin Moore Santa Clara](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-santa-clara-753)
- [Benjamin Moore Bracken Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-bracken-blue-cw-600)
- [Benjamin Moore Blue Lagoon](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-blue-lagoon-2054-40)
- [Valspar Smoky Mountain Spring](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-smoky-mountain-spring)
- [Benjamin Moore Blue Lake](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-blue-lake-2053-40)
- [Benjamin Moore Blue Toile](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-blue-toile-748)
- [Benjamin Moore Baltimore Sky](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-baltimore-sky-760)
- [Behr Gulf Waters](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-gulf-waters)
- [Benjamin Moore Palace Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-palace-blue-cw-605)
- [Benjamin Moore Seaside Resort](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-seaside-resort-725)
- [Valspar Sea Serenade](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-sea-serenade)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Behr Snowboard](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-snowboard)
- [Behr Cosmic Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-cosmic-blue)
- [Behr Blue Echo](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-blue-echo)
- [Behr Pure Turquoise](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-pure-turquoise)
- [Behr Reef Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-reef-blue)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Behr Prophetic Sea](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-prophetic-sea)
- [Behr Aqua Fresco](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-aqua-fresco)
- [Behr Mammoth Mountain](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-mammoth-mountain)
- [Behr Bermudan Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-bermudan-blue)

## 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 Chicago Fog](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-chicago-fog)
- [Behr White City](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-white-city)
- [Behr Underground](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-underground)

## 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.