A white freestanding tub with polished nickel fixtures rests on marble floor tiles near beadboard wainscoting painted in Behr N470-5 (Hex #78888e).

Norwegian Blue N470-5

Behr
LRV 24

Norwegian Blue by Behr is a subdued, medium-dark blue-gray. This cool, neutral-leaning blue evokes the feeling of a winter sky, offering a calming, sophisticated presence that works beautifully on cabinetry, accent walls, and exteriors.

Paint Technical Profile

Color ID / SKU N470-5
HEX Code #78888e
Light Reflectance (LRV) 24
Temperature Cool
Primary Undertone Blue
Hidden Undertones Gray, Slate
Use Interior, Exterior
Best Exposures South, West
Best For Bedrooms, bathrooms, dining rooms, exterior siding

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A split digital conceptual board illustrating a soft blue-grey bedroom on top and physical whitewashed oak and percale fabric samples below.

Digital color test: This airy blue-grey shade applied to bedroom walls, creating a serene coastal minimal environment.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Cool morning light, soft and airy
  • Trim Recommendation:Behr Frost
  • Key Materials:Whitewashed oak, crisp white percale bedding, polished nickel
  • Vibe:Coastal minimal

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Frost Behr • 57
Conceptual layout featuring a crisp blue bathroom with Carrara marble on top, and physical marble, glass, and chrome swatches beneath.

Concept board: A clean grey-blue tone maximizing light reflection alongside polished chrome and ribbed glass elements.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Bright, clean daylight bouncing off reflective surfaces
  • Trim Recommendation:Behr Ultra Pure White
  • Key Materials:Carrara marble, polished chrome, ribbed glass
  • Styling Pro Tips:Maximize light reflection with chrome to keep the blue-grey feeling crisp.

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Ultra Pure White Behr • 1850
Digital split board showing a moody blue-grey dining room illuminated by candlelight above, with ebonized wood and velvet materials below.

Lighting simulation: A sophisticated slate blue setting an intimate mood under warm evening candlelight and dim chandelier glow.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Warm evening candlelight and dim chandelier glow
  • Coordinating Colors:Behr Black
  • Key Materials:Ebonized wood, velvet upholstery, brushed gold
  • Architectural Style:Modern classic

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Black Behr •
Split visualization displaying a blue-grey exterior facade under bright midday sun on top, and physical cedar shingle and matte black samples below.

Architectural rendering: A muted blue-grey exterior siding complemented by natural cedar shingles and crisp white trim.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Bright midday sun, clear blue sky
  • Trim Recommendation:Behr Polar Bear
  • Key Materials:Natural cedar shingles, white trim, matte black sconces
  • Hardware Finishes:Matte black

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