Behr Alpha Blue
M520-5 · #588BB4 · LRV 23.8
Compare with other brands: Benjamin Moore Lazy Sunday is a 96% matchAlpha Blue (M520-5) is a dark blue from Behr. Its LRV is about 23.8 (dark): it absorbs more light than it reflects. best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry. The closest match in another brand is Benjamin Moore Lazy Sunday (96% match).
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LRV
23.8 · Dark
Temperature
Cool
Code
M520-5
HEX
#588BB4
RGB
88, 139, 180
HSL
207°, 38%, 53%
Family
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Alpha Blue FAQ
What is the LRV of Alpha Blue?
Alpha Blue has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 23.8 on a 0–100 scale, which is dark. It absorbs more light than it reflects. Best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry.
What is the closest match to Alpha Blue in other brands?
Benjamin Moore: Lazy Sunday (803), 96%; Glidden: Ship's Harbor (PPG1161-5), 94%; PPG: Ship's Harbor (PPG1161-5), 93%; Valspar: Blueberry Festival (8002-44E), 93%; Dunn-Edwards: Blueberry Muffin (DE5851), 93%; Sherwin-Williams: Perfect Periwinkle (SW 9065), 91%; Farrow & Ball: Cook's Blue (No. 237), 90%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Lobelia (HGSW6809), 86%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of Alpha Blue?
The HEX code of Alpha Blue (M520-5) is #588BB4, RGB 88, 139, 180. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.