Tsunami
Tsunami is a genuinely dark paint color from Behr. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 11 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#245b61
LRV
9.00
Tsunami in Real Rooms
Tsunami has a low LRV of 9 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations.
4 Living Room Photos
Tsunami works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.
Soft walls painted in Tsunami create a serene backdrop for modern living room seating.
@lifeinthesun7
The accent wall in Tsunami adds depth and interest to this contemporary living space.
@errrmma
Tsunami's cool tone enhances the natural light flowing through oversized living room windows.
@crummycastle
A single Tsunami wall anchors the seating area while keeping the room feeling open.
@crummycastle
2 Bedroom Photos
A bedroom finished in Tsunami rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.
Bedroom walls in Tsunami provide a calm, restful environment for sleep and relaxation.
@dezflemm
The serene Tsunami finish transforms this bedroom into a peaceful retreat from daily stress.
@dezflemm
3 Misc Photos
See how Tsunami is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.
Tsunami's subtle gray-blue undertones work beautifully on any standard interior wall surface.
@errrmma
Wood furniture finished in Tsunami gains a coastal, contemporary aesthetic with lasting durability.
@risingphoenixrefinishings
Painted cabinets in Tsunami showcase how versatile this color is across different furniture pieces.
@risingphoenixrefinishings
2 Front Door Photos
In a world of boring front doors, Tsunami is a breath of fresh air. It's a sophisticated choice that works with almost any siding color, providing a much-needed focal point that guides guests naturally toward the entrance.
The front door painted in Tsunami makes a sophisticated first impression with subtle elegance.
@kristinnohejuchs
Tsunami's muted tone on the entry door complements traditional and modern home styles alike.
@kristinnohejuchs
Similar Colors
A 10-point LRV gap (19 vs 9) makes Prophetic Sea the marginally brighter of the two.
A 5-point LRV gap (14 vs 9) makes Calypso Blue the marginally brighter of the two.
With LRVs of 10 and 9, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
A 7-point LRV gap (16 vs 9) makes Precious Stone the marginally brighter of the two.