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Midnight Blue

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Midnight Blue remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 7 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#494E52

LRV

8.22

Light Reflectance Value
8.22
Dark
Tone
GroundingRichTimeless
UseInterior & Exterior

Midnight Blue in Real Rooms

Midnight Blue has a low LRV of 8.22 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. Grouped in the Black and Gray and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a house, kitchen cabinets and misc.

2 House Photos

For coastal or high-exposure homes, Midnight Blue is a smart choice. It has the complexity to look good even when dusted with salt or slightly weathered, maintaining its "intentional" look even when the elements are at their peak.

Benjamin Moore Midnight Blue house exterior color

Benjamin Moore Midnight Blue house exterior color

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Benjamin Moore Midnight Blue house exterior color

Benjamin Moore Midnight Blue house exterior color

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4 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

Choosing Midnight Blue for cabinets allows you to be more adventurous with your tile and stone choices. Because the cabinetry is so well-grounded, it can balance out a heavily veined marble or a colorful geometric backsplash without the room feeling "busy."

Midnight Blue kitchen cabinets paint

Midnight Blue kitchen cabinets paint

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Midnight Blue kitchen cabinets

Midnight Blue kitchen cabinets

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Benjamin Moore Midnight Blue kitchen cabinets

Benjamin Moore Midnight Blue kitchen cabinets

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Benjamin Moore Midnight Blue kitchen cabinets color

Benjamin Moore Midnight Blue kitchen cabinets color

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1 Misc Photo

More spaces painted in Midnight Blue, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.

Midnight Blue door paint

Midnight Blue door paint

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Coordinating Colors

Similar Colors

Color Codes

HEX#494E52
RGB73, 78, 82
HSL207° 6% 30%
CMYK11 5 0 68
CIE LabL: 32.9 a: -1.1 b: -3.0
XYZX: 0.07 Y: 0.07 Z: 0.09