| Code: | P450-5 |
| Name: | Island Aqua |
| Brand: | Behr |
Behr Island Aqua P450-5 is a refreshing hue that effortlessly brings a touch of coastal charm to any space. The soothing tones of this color evoke the feeling of a serene island getaway, making it an ideal choice for bedrooms, bathrooms, or living rooms seeking a tranquil atmosphere. The versatility of Island Aqua makes it a perfect accent color for beach-inspired decor or for creating a serene oasis in any room of the house. Whether used as an accent wall or for furniture pieces, Behr P450-5 adds a pop of color that feels both calming and invigorating. Embrace the beauty of Island Aqua and transform your space into a peaceful retreat that exudes style and sophistication.
View the photos of real spaces painted with this blue that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.























Island Aqua has a clear blue undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#2BB9AF
RGB code:
43, 185, 175
At 176° on the HSL hue wheel, this Blue falls clearly in the cool range.
P450-5 Island Aqua HSL code: 176, 62%, 45%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.
In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:
| Direction of sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
P450-5
Island Aqua
This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Island Aqua with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 356, such as Behr So Merlot and Fine Burgundy.
Island Aqua has an LRV of 26.99% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 26.99%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #2bb9af | |
| RGB Decimal | 43, 185, 175 | |
| RGB Percent | 16.86%, 72.55%, 68.63% | |
| HSV | Hue: 176° Saturation: 76.76% Value: 72.55% | |
| HSL | hsl(176, 62, 45) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 76.76 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 5.41 Key: 27.45 | |
| YIQ | Y: 141.402 I: -81.404 Q: -33.15 | |
| XYZ | X: 26.079 Y: 38.304 Z: 46.565 | |
| CIE Lab | L:68.244 a:-38.217 b:-5.434 | |
| CIE Luv | L:68.244 u:-50.511 v:-2.384 | |
| Decimal | 2865583 | |
| Hunter Lab | 61.89, -33.092, -1.286 |

