Light Blue → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Farrow & Ball Light Blue (No.22), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Light Blue
If you love Farrow & Ball Light Blue but need a Behr alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Behr, your local store does not carry Farrow & Ball, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Light Blue (No.22) is a medium blue with classic light blue undertones. One of Farrow & Ball's most iconic colors. A classic, sophisticated light blue with gray undertones that keep it from feeling juvenile or overly bright. The blue of drawing rooms and Swedish country houses. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 50) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Light Blue and every Behr color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The good news: there is a strong Behr match for Light Blue. Reflecting Pool (PPU13-14) comes in with a Delta E of 2.3, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Reflecting Pool is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
Behr Matches for Light Blue
Reflecting Pool is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
| Light Blue | Reflecting Pool | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 50 | 48 |
| Hex | #BECCCC | #BBC8CC |
| Undertone | Classic Light Blue | Soft Blue-Gray |
| Family | Blue | Blue |
Undertone Comparison
Light Blue has classic light blue undertones. One of Farrow & Ball's most iconic colors. A classic, sophisticated light blue with gray undertones that keep it from feeling juvenile or overly bright. The blue of drawing rooms and Swedish country houses.
Reflecting Pool has soft blue-gray undertones. A soft blue-gray with coastal quality. Calming and breezy.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Light Blue in Your Room
In bright light, it reads as a definite but soft blue. In dim rooms, the gray pulls it into sophisticated neutral territory. Under warm light, the blue softens. Under cool light, it brightens beautifully.
Reflecting Pool in Your Room
The blue is gentle and soothing. In bright rooms, distinctly blue-gray. In dim rooms, a cool neutral.
LRV and Brightness
Light Blue has an LRV of 50, while Reflecting Pool has an LRV of 48. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Light Blue
Farrow & Ball recommends Light Blue for: bedroom, bathroom, living room, nursery, dining room. With an LRV of 50, this is a medium color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Reflecting Pool is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, laundry room, living room. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Light Blue in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Light Blue (No.22) is Reflecting Pool (PPU13-14) with a Delta E of 2.3, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Reflecting Pool is the closest Behr option. Very close match. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Light Blue is a Farrow & Ball color with classic light blue undertones and an LRV of 50. Reflecting Pool is a Behr color with soft blue-gray undertones and an LRV of 48. With a Delta E of 2.3, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 2.3, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.