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Polaris Blue

Often used for its versatile qualities, Polaris Blue remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 14 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#7C939E

LRV

29.27

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Light Reflectance Value
29.27
Medium
TemperatureCool
UseInterior & Exterior

Polaris Blue in Real Rooms

Polaris Blue has a medium LRV of 29.27 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a kitchen cabinets, bedroom, bathroom and misc.

6 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

On kitchen cabinets, Polaris 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.

Polaris Blue kitchen cabinets color review

Kitchen cabinets painted in Polaris Blue anchor the cooking space.

@rollwithitpaintingservices

1 Bedroom Photo

Polaris Blue creates a bedroom that feels deliberately calm rather than accidentally plain. The color absorbs the first rays of morning light without bouncing them back harshly, which means waking up in this environment feels gentle and gradual. Keep the window treatments simple and let the walls do the heavy lifting.

Bedroom Accent Wall

An accent wall in Polaris Blue grounds the bedroom.

@mypalletwall

4 Bathroom Photos

Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. Polaris Blue has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.

1649 Bathroom Vanity

The vanity in Polaris Blue adds character to the bathroom.

@our.okie.farmhouse

1649 Bathroom Painted Cabinets

Bathroom vanity cabinets painted in Polaris Blue create a bold focal point.

@flipitcalgary

Polaris Blue Bathroom Vanity Paint

The sink vanity glows in deep Polaris Blue against crisp white tile.

@11interiors

Bathroom Vanity

A Polaris Blue vanity base grounds the bathroom with timeless elegance.

@refinedcabinetspei

3 Misc Photos

See how Polaris 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.

Bm Polaris Blue Wall Paint

Walls painted in Polaris Blue deepen the room's atmosphere.

@flipitcalgary

Benjamin Moore Polaris Blue Painted Cabinets

Painted cabinetry in Polaris Blue anchors this sophisticated storage space.

@dehaanpainting

1649 Accent Wall

The accent wall in Polaris Blue draws focus to the room's back corner.

@oakandivorybuildingco

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Color Codes

HEX#7C939E
RGB124, 147, 158
HSL199° 15% 55%
CMYK22 7 0 38
CIE LabL: 59.5 a: -5.6 b: -8.5
XYZX: 0.25 Y: 0.28 Z: 0.36