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Slate Blue

Slate Blue is a versatile Blue from Benjamin Moore. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to perfect for adding character to any space. Below, you'll find 6 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#9BB1BB

LRV

43.21

Light Reflectance Value
43.21
Mid-tone
Tone
CalmingCharmingSoftTimeless
UseInterior & Exterior

Slate Blue in Real Rooms

Slate Blue has a medium-high LRV of 43.21 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. Grouped in the Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a misc and bathroom.

5 Misc Photos

In laundry rooms, Slate Blue adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.

Benjamin Moore Slate Blue wall paint photo

Benjamin Moore Slate Blue wall paint photo

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Benjamin Moore Slate Blue wall paint review

Benjamin Moore Slate Blue wall paint review

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Slate Blue painted cabinets review

Slate Blue painted cabinets review

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Slate Blue door color

Slate Blue door color

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Benjamin Moore Slate Blue painted cabinets color

Benjamin Moore Slate Blue painted cabinets color

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1 Bathroom Photo

The interaction between Slate Blue and steam or humidity creates a beautiful, diffused atmosphere in a bathroom. It's a color that feels "alive," shifting slightly in character as the environment changes during a hot shower or a long soak.

Benjamin Moore Slate Blue bathroom vanity color

Benjamin Moore Slate Blue bathroom vanity color

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Coordinating Colors

Similar Colors

Color Codes

HEX#9BB1BB
RGB155, 177, 187
HSL199° 19% 67%
CMYK17 5 0 27
CIE LabL: 70.9 a: -5.4 b: -7.7
XYZX: 0.38 Y: 0.42 Z: 0.53
6 Scenarios: See Benjamin Moore Slate Blue 1648 on the Wall