Calico Blue
We've categorized Calico Blue as a genuinely dark Green because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can anchor a room without demanding the spotlight so effectively. Explore our collection of 4 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#4A5950
LRV
9.30
Calico Blue in Real Rooms
Calico Blue has a low LRV of 9.3 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. Grouped in the Green family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, bedroom and misc.
1 Living Room Photo
The beauty of Calico Blue in a living room lies in its versatility with textures. It provides a smooth, matte-like quality that contrasts beautifully against plush velvet sofas or chunky wool rugs. It's a color that invites you to stay a little longer, creating an atmosphere that feels established rather than just decorated.
Benjamin Moore Calico Blue Living Room
@kay.kibs
1 Bedroom Photo
To use Calico Blue in a bedroom is to lean into the concept of "soft minimalism." It provides enough visual interest that you don't need a lot of wall decor; the color itself becomes the art. This allows for a clutter-free environment that is essential for mental clarity at the end of the day.
707 Bedroom
@designyyz
2 Misc Photos
Observe the use of Calico Blue on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.
Bm Calico Blue Painted Dresser
@refinishedelegancebylisa
Painted Furniture
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