Nocturne Blue featured
BehrHDC-CL-28

Nocturne Blue

Nocturne Blue 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 13 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#344d58

LRV

6.70

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Light Reflectance Value
6.70
Dark
TemperatureCool

Nocturne Blue in Real Rooms

Nocturne Blue has a low LRV of 6.7 — 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.

1 Bedroom Photo

There's a rhythmic quality to Nocturne Blue in a bedroom. It's a color that supports the circadian rhythm, mirroring the natural shadows of the evening and providing a neutral, non-stimulating canvas for the brain to decompress after a long day of digital exposure.

Behr Nocturne Blue cozy bedroom color

Bedroom walls in Nocturne Blue create a calm, restful retreat.

@mynewhomeadventures

1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo

On kitchen cabinets, Nocturne Blue adds a considered, intentional feel without demanding attention. It holds its own against both warm wood countertops and cool quartz, making it a flexible choice for the hardest-working room in the house.

Behr Nocturne Blue kitchen cabinets color

Kitchen cabinetry in Nocturne Blue adds depth and modern elegance.

@howvisual

1 Front Door Photo

A front door in Nocturne Blue changes the entire read of a facade without requiring a renovation. The color is strong enough to register from the street but refined enough not to feel like a statement for its own sake. It's the "handshake" of the home.

Behr Nocturne Blue front door color paint

Front door painted in Nocturne Blue makes a bold design choice.

@rachelderocher

5 Living Room Photos

Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Nocturne Blue. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.

Behr Nocturne Blue living room paint review

Living room walls in Nocturne Blue establish a sophisticated atmosphere.

@tatilabs1111

Behr Nocturne Blue living room paint

Accent walls in Nocturne Blue deepen the living room's visual interest.

@tatilabs1111

Behr Nocturne Blue living room interior

Wall color Nocturne Blue transforms the living room with dramatic depth.

@tatilabs1111

Behr Nocturne Blue living room decor

Living room walls painted Nocturne Blue create an inviting gathering space.

@mathu80

Behr HDC-CL-28 stairs color paint

Staircase accents in Nocturne Blue define vertical architectural space.

@prayer.in.bad.weather

5 Misc Photos

See how Nocturne Blue 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.

Behr Nocturne Blue cozy wall paint review

Wall surfaces in Nocturne Blue deliver moody, contemporary style.

@mynewhomeadventures

Behr HDC-CL-28 wall paint color paint

Walls finished in Nocturne Blue establish a rich, layered interior.

@prayer.in.bad.weather

Behr HDC-CL-28 wall paint color

Wall treatment in Nocturne Blue brings sophisticated color to any space.

@prayer.in.bad.weather

Behr Nocturne Blue wall paint color

Painted walls in Nocturne Blue offer bold, timeless design appeal.

@sharonpajka

Behr Nocturne Blue painted furniture color

Painted dresser in Nocturne Blue brings depth to a bedroom corner.

@elitehome.remodeling

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Color Codes

HEX#344d58
RGB52, 77, 88
HSL198° 26% 27%
CMYK41 13 0 65
CIE LabL: 31.2 a: -6.3 b: -9.5
XYZX: 5.83 Y: 6.74 Z: 10.22
13 Scenarios: See Behr Nocturne Blue HDC-CL-28 on the Wall