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Behr Alpha Blue

M520-5 · #588BB4 · LRV 23.8

Compare with other brands: Benjamin Moore Lazy Sunday is a 96% match

Alpha 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).

Compare Alpha Blue with other brands

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LRV

23.8 · Dark

Temperature

Cool

Code

M520-5

HEX

#588BB4

RGB

88, 139, 180

HSL

207°, 38%, 53%

Family

Blues

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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.