Behr Admiral Blue
M520-7 · #3E5B7D · LRV 10
Compare with other brands: Dunn-Edwards Newbury Port is a 95% matchAdmiral Blue (M520-7) is a deep blue from Behr. Its LRV is about 10 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Dunn-Edwards Newbury Port (95% match).
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LRV
10 · Very dark
Temperature
Cool
Code
M520-7
HEX
#3E5B7D
RGB
62, 91, 125
HSL
212°, 34%, 37%
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Admiral Blue FAQ
What is the LRV of Admiral Blue?
Admiral Blue has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 10 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.
What is the closest match to Admiral Blue in other brands?
Dunn-Edwards: Newbury Port (DE5881), 95%; Benjamin Moore: Prussian Blue (CW-625), 94%; PPG: Hacienda Talavera (PPG17-03), 94%; Glidden: Chinese Porcelain (PPG1160-6), 92%; Valspar: Atlantic Schooner (4004-6C), 92%; Sherwin-Williams: Azure Tide (SW 9684), 91%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Revel Blue (HGSW6530), 86%; Farrow & Ball: Stiffkey Blue (No. 281), 77%. 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 Admiral Blue?
The HEX code of Admiral Blue (M520-7) is #3E5B7D, RGB 62, 91, 125. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.