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Match of Behr™ 540B-5 Riviera Blue *

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A match of Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue is a clear, cool blue with a slight green lean and moderate saturation. It reads as a medium-light color rather than a deep navy, with enough clarity to look crisp without becoming overly bright or electric.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color is useful for small parts and hardware that need a consistent blue reference. It can be applied to vents, switch covers, speaker grilles, shelf brackets, frames, railings, shutters, mailboxes, and other sprayable metal, plastic, wood, or PVC components after proper preparation.

Because this color has a moderate level of chroma and is not especially dark, coverage is usually straightforward, but darker or uneven substrates can still show through until sufficient film build is reached. Primer choice, surface texture, and finish can change how clean and how blue it appears, and glossier finishes tend to make the color read a little deeper and sharper. On exterior parts, sun and weather exposure can affect vivid blues more noticeably than quieter neutrals.

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About BEHR Paint

BEHR is a dynamic company that actively embraces quality and innovation to bring the paint industry the very best products and services. Their bold entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to integrity and to doing the right thing has been the cornerstone of their success since 1947. BEHR enjoys great brand presence and a reputation for unparalleled quality, innovation, value and performance. People know and love the BEHR brand.

Matching BEHR Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor is able match all of the BEHR paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original BEHR color by matching the original BEHR color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using BEHR paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the BEHR Color and may not match BEHR Color standards. Refer to BEHR Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original BEHR color. If you intend to touch up paint that has been on your walls for years, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve best results by re-coating the entire surface.

If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Behr™ 540B-5 Riviera Blue *

Can I apply MyPerfectColor match of Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue over metal or an existing coating?

Yes, but the surface condition matters. Clean the metal or existing coating first to remove grease, dust, wax, and other contamination. If the old finish is glossy, scuff it so the new coating can grip better. If there is rust, peeling paint, or another failing coating, correct or remove that issue before painting. The final look of a match of Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue can change if the base surface has texture, damage, or a different sheen.

If you are painting over an aged coating that will stay in place, test first on the actual item so you can judge color, adhesion, and sheen before committing to the full project.

Will MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue stick to plastic?

Plastic can be a good candidate, but results depend on the exact material. MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, yet some plastics are harder to coat than others. Test the match of Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue on the actual part before painting the full item, because different plastics can handle paint differently.

For better adhesion, use the MyPerfectColor primer for Acrylic Enamel and follow the prep steps for the surface. Cleaning the part and lightly scuffing it, when appropriate, can also help the finish hold up.

How should I spray a match of Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue for a smoother finish?

Use light, even coats instead of one heavy pass. Keep the spray pattern moving, overlap each pass consistently, and follow the can instructions for distance and recoat timing. Heavy coats can cause runs, uneven sheen, or a muddy-looking color build, especially with a color like Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue when you want the finish to read evenly.

If the item is small, detailed, or has edges and recesses, build the color gradually so you can stop before the surface gets wet enough to sag. Allow each coat to flash as directed before adding the next one.

Where do I find the SDS for MyPerfectColor paint matched to Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue?

The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor product and chemistry, not to the color name alone. To get the right sheet for Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue, use the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page for the exact product format you are ordering, such as spray paint or another paint type.

If you need the SDS for a specific coating version, make sure you are looking at the SDS that matches that product, since different formats can have different safety information.

What should I confirm before ordering a custom match of Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue from MyPerfectColor?

Before you order, confirm the brand color reference, the MyPerfectColor product type, the sheen, and the quantity you need. A match of Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue is custom made, so it is important to choose carefully the first time. Custom-made color matches are not returnable or refundable.

If the new coating will sit next to an existing painted surface, consider whether age, wear, and gloss differences could affect how closely the finished item appears beside the old surface.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
What are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue?
The RGB values for Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue are 93, 178, 215 and the HEX code is #5DB2D7. The LRV for Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue is 39.29. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.
What paint type is used to make spray paint matched to Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue? And how many spray cans do I need?

MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.

What is the Hue Angle and Chroma for Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue?
The Hue Angle for Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue is 239.95 and the chroma is 30.5. The Hue Angle represents the position of a color's hue around a color wheel. The Chromacity represents the intensity of a hue. Learn more about browsing colors by hue.
Does Behr paint color Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue need primer?
MyPerfectColor doesn't sell Behr paint, but it does match the Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue and all the other Behr colors in a wide variety of paint types. The need for primer depends on the specific paint and the substrate being painted. The top quality paints these days tend to be self-priming over most surfaces, while paint at the mid to lower grade quality levels will need a separate primer. Most special situations such as bleeding type woods or difficult to adhere surfaces like plastic will often need a specialty primer. Contact MyPerfectColor support if you have specific questions about the best paint to use for your project and whether you need a primer.
How can MyPerfectColor match the Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue?

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue in its color archive. This enables us to make paint and verify that it matches the original.

Please note that if your material is not new then the paint may not work for touch up as your material has aged and is likely different than it was when new. Learn more about our color matching accuracy. If you need a touch up application, send us a part and we can create a touch up solution precisely matching the current color and sheen of your specific materials.

Learn more about our color matching service.

How do I convert Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Behr 540B-5 Riviera Blue in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.

However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.

Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.