Stratton Blue
Often used for its versatile qualities, Stratton 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 25 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#93A9A0
LRV
37.77
Stratton Blue in Real Rooms
Stratton Blue has a medium-high LRV of 37.77 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. 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 living room, kitchen cabinets, house, front door, bedroom, misc and home office.
6 Living Room Photos
Stratton Blue anchors the living room with a quiet, architectural confidence. Its depth shifts subtly through the day — cooler in the crisp morning light and significantly warmer by lamplight in the evening — making it a natural fit for a space meant for both high-energy gathering and silent unwinding. To maximize the effect, layer in natural white oak, heavy linen, and soft metallics to let the color truly breathe.
Living room absorbs light beautifully in Stratton Blue.
@susanyeleyhomes
3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Cabinet color commits in a way wall color doesn't — it reads from every angle and dominates the room's material palette. Stratton Blue earns that commitment. It pairs with hardware in brass, matte black, or unlacquered bronze without fighting any of them.
Cabinet doors pop in cheerful Stratton Blue.
@alickapaint
Kitchen storage gets timeless style in Stratton Blue.
@springreilly
Shaker cabinetry gains character in Stratton Blue.
@springreilly
2 House Photos
Stratton Blue on an exterior reads differently at different scales: approachable up close, commanding from the street. It works especially well on houses with good trim detail, where the contrast between wall and trim can do real visual work.
House exterior makes a stunning statement in Stratton Blue.
@artisan_florist
Facade presentation showcases bold Stratton Blue.
@foxtrottreefarm
1 Front Door Photo
Choosing Stratton Blue for your entry is an exercise in restraint and elegance. It suggests a home that is well-cared for and curated, setting a high bar for the interior design before the door is even opened.
Front entrance commands attention in deep Stratton Blue.
@lboate
3 Bedroom Photos
To use Stratton 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.
Bedroom walls create a peaceful retreat in Stratton Blue.
@inspireddecorator
Sleeping space feels serene painted in Stratton Blue.
@thebrigdenhouse
Bedroom walls glow with sophisticated Stratton Blue.
@thebrigdenhouse
9 Misc Photos
Observe the use of Stratton 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.
Walls get a complete transformation in Stratton Blue.
@mansemakeover
1 Home Office Photo
For those who spend their day on camera, Stratton Blue is a highly flattering background color. It doesn't wash out skin tones or create weird reflections, providing a professional and "expensive" look for virtual meetings and presentations.
Workspace walls inspire focus in Stratton Blue.
@housemilldesign
Coordinating Colors
White Wisp reflects far more light (LRV 78 vs 38), opening up a space where Stratton Blue encloses it.
Stratton Blue reflects far more light (LRV 38 vs 23), opening up a space where Coriander Seed encloses it.
Fossil reflects far more light (LRV 72 vs 38), opening up a space where Stratton Blue encloses it.
Wickham Gray reflects far more light (LRV 68 vs 38), opening up a space where Stratton Blue encloses it.
Similar Colors
A 4-point LRV gap (38 vs 34) makes Stratton Blue the marginally brighter of the two.
Complementary Colors
Raindrops on Roses reflects far more light (LRV 72 vs 38), opening up a space where Stratton Blue encloses it.
At LRV 38 vs 21, Stratton Blue is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 38 vs 5, Stratton Blue is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 38 vs 18, Stratton Blue is decisively the brighter choice.
Stratton Blue reflects far more light (LRV 38 vs 11), opening up a space where Kalamata encloses it.
Stratton Blue reflects far more light (LRV 38 vs 10), opening up a space where Dark Walnut encloses it.
Stratton Blue reflects far more light (LRV 38 vs 6), opening up a space where Dark Purple encloses it.
Lighter Colors
A 12-point LRV gap (50 vs 38) makes Beach Glass the marginally brighter of the two.
A 10-point LRV gap (48 vs 38) makes Wythe Blue the marginally brighter of the two.
Darker Colors
Stratton Blue reflects far more light (LRV 38 vs 24), opening up a space where Cedar Mountains encloses it.
A 4-point LRV gap (38 vs 34) makes Stratton Blue the marginally brighter of the two.
A 10-point LRV gap (38 vs 28) makes Stratton Blue the marginally brighter of the two.
Stratton Blue reads slightly lighter (LRV 38 vs 29), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.