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 perfect for adding character 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. 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.
Hc-142 Living Room
@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.
Bm Stratton Blue Kitchen Cabinets
@alickapaint
Kitchen Cabinets
@springreilly
Stratton Blue Kitchen Cabinets
@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.
Bm Stratton Blue Exterior
@artisan_florist
Benjamin Moore Stratton Blue Exterior
@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.
Bm Stratton Blue Front Door
@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.
Benjamin Moore Stratton Blue Bedroom
@inspireddecorator
Hc-142 Bedroom
@thebrigdenhouse
Benjamin Moore Stratton Blue Bedroom
@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.
Benjamin Moore Stratton Blue Renovation
@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.
Bm Stratton Blue Home Office
@housemilldesign
