Essex Blue
There is more to Behr Essex Blue (S500-2) than the swatch alone: its depth, undertones and setting all shape the final impression. An LRV of 55.9 places it through the middle of the scale, where color and depth can remain visible as the light changes. 23 generated visualizations explore how the color might shape a finished room.
Hex
#b0ccdaLRV
55.92
Essex Blue in Rooms
Follow Essex Blue from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 23 generated visualizations explore how the color might shape a finished room.
4 Misc Photos
4 misc images place Essex Blue (S500-2) in an assortment of spaces that reveals the color outside a single design formula. An LRV of 55.9 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Clean white trim contrasts sharply against Essex Blue walls.
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Bedroom walls in Essex Blue provide a calm, restful backdrop.
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Clean lines and Essex Blue walls define this contemporary space.
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Natural wood tones complement the Essex Blue walls in this japandi interior.
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2 Bathroom Photos
These 2 bathroom images show how Essex Blue (S500-2) can sit beside tile, stone, glass, timber and metal fixtures. Its blue undertone may become clearest at the boundary between paint and a contrasting finish.
Bathroom walls in Essex Blue evoke spa-like tranquility and relaxation.
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Minimalist bathroom features Essex Blue walls with simple, streamlined fixtures.
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3 Kitchen Photos
In a hardworking room where color meets movement and strong surfaces, the most interesting quality of Essex Blue (S500-2) may be the way it responds to stone, timber, tile and metal finishes. Its blue undertone may become clearest at the boundary between paint and a contrasting finish.
Painted backsplash in Essex Blue adds unexpected drama to this kitchen.
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Kitchen backsplash tiles finished in Essex Blue reflect light beautifully.
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Coordinated kitchen walls and trim create cohesion with Essex Blue paint.
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7 Living Room Photos
Essex Blue (S500-2) brings its blue character into a space shaped by conversation, quiet evenings and changing daylight. Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes.
Accent wall in Essex Blue makes a bold statement in this living room.
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5 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
The blue hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes. In this setting, let light moving across doors, rails and recessed panels and countertops, hardware, splashbacks and flooring guide the final sample decision.
Kitchen cabinets painted Essex Blue provide striking storage and visual focus.
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Glossy Essex Blue cabinets brighten this kitchen with jewel-toned sophistication.
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Upper cabinets finished in Essex Blue contrast elegantly with lighter lower cabinetry.
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Compact kitchen cabinets in Essex Blue maximize style in a small space.
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Shaker-style kitchen cabinets in Essex Blue create a timeless, elegant look.
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1 House Photo
Across 1 house image, Essex Blue (S500-2) meets full daylight, cloud cover and long evening shadows. Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes.
Ornate Victorian walls painted in Essex Blue add sophisticated depth.
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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.
Soft bedding against Essex Blue walls creates a peaceful retreat.
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Similar Colors
Bellflower Blue reflects far more light (LRV 80 vs 56), opening up a space where Essex Blue encloses it.
A 5-point LRV gap (61 vs 56) makes Millstream the marginally brighter of the two.
Essex Blue reads slightly lighter (LRV 56 vs 45), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
At LRV 56 vs 38, Essex Blue is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 56 vs 43, Essex Blue is decisively the brighter choice.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Immerse yourself in the serene depths of Behr S500-2 Essex Blue. This rich and elegant shade evokes a sense of calm and sophistication, making it an ideal choice for creating a luxurious atmosphere in any space. Pair Essex Blue with crisp white accents to enhance its depth and create a timeless look. For a more contemporary feel, complement this color with soft greys or subtle blush tones. Whether used as a focal point or as a subtle accent, Essex Blue is a versatile hue that adds a touch of refinement to any room. 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