Refuge
We've categorized Refuge as a versatile Blue because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 18 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#607D84
LRV
18.82
Refuge's Color Strip
Refuge is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Whirlpool and Tempe Star. The strip spans from Sleepy Blue at the lightest end to Rainstorm at the deepest. Strip 220 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Refuge in Real Rooms
Refuge has a medium LRV of 18.82 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a bathroom, misc, living room, dining room, kitchen, kitchen cabinets, bedroom and front door.
2 Bathroom Photos
For bathrooms with limited natural light, Refuge provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.
Bathroom walls in Refuge establish a cozy, intimate atmosphere.
@whiteoak.designstudio
Bathroom in Refuge provides a luxurious, spa-like retreat.
@kforhandesign
7 Misc Photos
Note how Refuge is used as a "ceiling color" in some of these rooms. This "fifth wall" application is a bold designer move that can make a room feel infinitely more cozy and architecturally unique.
Wall paneling in Refuge adds depth and sophisticated dimension.
@redevelopmentgroup
1 Living Room Photo
For open-concept living rooms, Refuge is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.
Living room walls in Refuge create a warm, enveloping sanctuary.
@arkitito
1 Dining Room Photo
Refuge in the dining room sets a tone of warmth and occasion. Whether used on all four walls or as a single statement wall behind a sideboard, it creates the kind of atmosphere that makes every dinner feel like a special event.
Dining room painted Refuge sets an elegant, intimate dining mood.
@segelhome
1 Kitchen Photo
Refuge in a kitchen reads differently from how it might anywhere else — the hard surfaces, task lighting, and constant activity give it more to work against, and it holds up beautifully. It doesn't compete with the colors of food or the texture of countertops; instead, it frames them with a professional finish.
Kitchen space in Refuge showcases a bold, contemporary design direction.
@segelhome
2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Refuge on cabinets gives a kitchen a sense of intentionality without the risk that comes with louder choices. It's grounded enough to feel permanent, versatile enough to work with whatever countertop material surrounds it.
Kitchen cabinets in Refuge transform the space with sophisticated depth.
@beyondpaintersllc
Cabinetry in Refuge offers timeless, elegant storage solutions.
@erika_barczak
3 Bedroom Photos
In the context of a primary suite, Refuge suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.
Bedroom walls in Refuge create a restful, cocoon-like bedroom.
@binamarie_interiors
Bedroom painted Refuge establishes a calm, sophisticated sleeping space.
@outdoorsyjm
Bedroom accent wall in Refuge adds drama without overwhelming the room.
@altogetherlovelyhome
1 Front Door Photo
In a world of boring front doors, Refuge is a breath of fresh air. It's a sophisticated choice that works with almost any siding color, providing a much-needed focal point that guides guests naturally toward the entrance.
Front door in Refuge makes a bold, confident architectural statement.
@casa.serna
Coordinating Colors
Mountain Air reflects far more light (LRV 73 vs 19), opening up a space where Refuge encloses it.
Agreeable Gray reflects far more light (LRV 60 vs 19), opening up a space where Refuge encloses it.
At LRV 41 vs 19, Vintage Vessel is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
Mountain Air reflects far more light (LRV 73 vs 19), opening up a space where Refuge encloses it.
Similar Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 19 vs 18), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 19 and 18, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 19 vs 19), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 22 and 19, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 19 vs 19), so neither reads brighter in a room.
A 3-point LRV gap (19 vs 15) makes Refuge the marginally brighter of the two.
Refuge reads slightly lighter (LRV 19 vs 15), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Complementary Colors
Mauve Tinge reflects far more light (LRV 76 vs 19), opening up a space where Refuge encloses it.
At LRV 50 vs 19, Studio Mauve is decisively the brighter choice.
Truly Taupe reflects far more light (LRV 35 vs 19), opening up a space where Refuge encloses it.
Heavenly White reflects far more light (LRV 81 vs 19), opening up a space where Refuge encloses it.
At LRV 74 vs 19, Original White is decisively the brighter choice.
Lighter Colors
Morning at Sea reads slightly lighter (LRV 29 vs 19), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
With LRVs of 22 and 19, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
At LRV 41 vs 19, Interesting Aqua is decisively the brighter choice.
Aqua-Sphere reflects far more light (LRV 41 vs 19), opening up a space where Refuge encloses it.
Darker Colors
Refuge reads slightly lighter (LRV 19 vs 11), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 19 vs 18), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Refuge reflects far more light (LRV 19 vs 6), opening up a space where Mount Etna encloses it.