Denim Wash featured
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Denim Wash

With a focus on versatile tones, Denim Wash (838) is a standout Blue in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to perfect for adding character to any space. See it applied across 5 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.

Hex

#85A0B6

LRV

35.17

Light Reflectance Value
35.17
Mid-tone
Tone
Cozy
UseInterior & Exterior

Denim Wash in Real Rooms

Denim Wash has a medium LRV of 35.17 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. Grouped in the Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a misc and kitchen cabinets.

4 Misc Photos

Observe the use of Denim Wash 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.

Denim Wash painted furniture review

Denim Wash painted furniture review

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Denim Wash painted furniture color

Denim Wash painted furniture color

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Benjamin Moore Denim Wash painted bed frame

Benjamin Moore Denim Wash painted bed frame

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Benjamin Moore Denim Wash painted furniture color

Benjamin Moore Denim Wash painted furniture color

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1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo

Denim Wash cabinets paired with a matching backsplash create a "monolith" look that is incredibly popular in contemporary design. It's a bold, seamless approach that makes the kitchen feel integrated into the home's overall architecture.

Benjamin Moore Denim Wash kitchen cabinets color

Benjamin Moore Denim Wash kitchen cabinets color

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Coordinating Colors

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Color Codes

HEX#85A0B6
RGB133, 160, 182
HSL207° 25% 62%
CMYK27 12 0 29
CIE LabL: 64.6 a: -4.3 b: -14.5
XYZX: 0.31 Y: 0.34 Z: 0.49