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BehrHDC-CL-26

Champlain Blue

Champlain Blue begins as a blue color on paper, then shifts with every surface, shadow and neighboring material. Its blue classifications hint at the directions it may take as daylight, lamps and neighboring colors move around it. Treat the digital swatch as an opening note, then watch a physical sample from morning light through evening lamps.

LRV

8.89

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Light Reflectance Value
8.89
Dark
TemperatureCool

Champlain Blue in Rooms

Follow Champlain Blue from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 9 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.

3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

Champlain Blue (HDC-CL-26) moves through 3 kitchen cabinets images without becoming a fixed prescription for the room. Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes.

Behr Champlain Blue kitchen cabinets color review

Shaker-style cabinets painted in Champlain Blue create a sophisticated kitchen foundation.

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Behr HDC-CL-26 kitchen cabinets review

Deep blue cabinetry in Champlain Blue anchors this bright, traditionally styled kitchen.

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Behr Champlain Blue kitchen cabinets review

Island cabinetry finished in Champlain Blue grounds this open-concept kitchen layout.

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1 Bedroom Photo

The blue hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes. In this setting, let gentle morning light and low evening lamps and bed linen, timber, wool and upholstered textures guide the final sample decision.

Behr Champlain Blue bedroom accent wall

Bedroom accent wall painted Champlain Blue adds depth behind white bedside furniture.

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1 Living Room Photo

Champlain Blue (HDC-CL-26) offers a starting mood rather than a finished formula: Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes. Test it under the movement from window light to lamplight.

Behr Champlain Blue hallway color review

Hallway walls in Champlain Blue create a welcoming transition through the home.

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4 Misc Photos

Champlain Blue (HDC-CL-26) offers a starting mood rather than a finished formula: Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes. Test it under the varied light of hallways, corners and transitional rooms.

Behr Champlain Blue wall paint

Walls painted Champlain Blue deepen the space with rich, layered blue tones.

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Behr Champlain Blue painted furniture color review

Wooden furniture piece refinished in Champlain Blue serves as a striking focal point.

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Behr Champlain Blue door color review

Interior door painted Champlain Blue contrasts beautifully against light-colored surrounding walls.

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Behr Champlain Blue door color

Exterior door in Champlain Blue makes a bold statement at the home's entry.

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Color Codes

RGB67, 85, 114
HSL217° 26% 35%
CMYK41 25 0 55
CIE LabL: 35.8 a: 1.2 b: -18.8
XYZX: 8.60 Y: 8.90 Z: 17.18

Manufacturer description

Behr HDC-CL-26 Champlain Blue exudes a sense of serenity and sophistication, elevating any space with its timeless allure. This versatile shade pairs beautifully with crisp whites, such as Behr HDC-WR15 Cotton Whisper, for a clean and elegant look. For a more modern twist, consider pairing Champlain Blue with warm neutrals like Behr HDC-AC-17 Urban Myth or Behr HDC-AC-21 Vapor. The cool undertones of this color make it a perfect choice for spaces seeking a calming ambience, whether used as an accent or as the main hue. 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