Midnight Blue
At first glance, Midnight Blue belongs to the blue family; in a room, light and context can make it far more elusive. A blue undertone may emerge most clearly where the paint meets a cleaner white, stone surface or contrasting textile. Because screens flatten both light and texture, sample the paint beside the finishes that will ultimately surround it.
Hex
#4c565eLRV
9.09
Midnight Blue in Rooms
Follow Midnight Blue from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 11 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Midnight Blue (N480-7) moves through 2 kitchen cabinets images without becoming a fixed prescription for the room. Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes.
Shaker-style kitchen cabinets gain depth in Midnight Blue.
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Island cabinetry painted Midnight Blue anchors this modern kitchen.
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2 Bathroom Photos
Midnight Blue (N480-7) can change noticeably under window light, mirrors and focused task lighting. Sample it beside the finishes that will remain in the room.
Vanity sink surround gets a sophisticated update in Midnight Blue.
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Bathroom vanity cabinet glows in rich Midnight Blue.
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4 Misc Photos
4 misc images trace Midnight Blue (N480-7) through the color’s movement from one type of space to another. Its place within BEHR® Designer Collection hints at the range of palettes it can inhabit.
Arched entryway door makes a bold statement in Midnight Blue.
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Accent wall painted Midnight Blue transforms the entire room.
@kbsallee
Deep Midnight Blue wall color adds drama and dimension.
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Painted cabinetry in Midnight Blue maximizes storage with style.
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1 Living Room Photo
Midnight Blue (N480-7) offers a starting mood rather than a finished formula: Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes. Test it under the movement from window light to lamplight.
Hallway walls in Midnight Blue create an inviting passage.
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2 Dining Room Photos
Midnight Blue (N480-7) can change noticeably under natural light, candles and pendant lighting. Sample it beside the finishes that will remain in the room.
Ceiling and walls glow in a sophisticated Midnight Blue that anchors the dining room.
@creatingcasita
Deep Midnight Blue walls create an elegant dining space with rich, moody atmosphere.
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Similar Colors
A 10-point LRV gap (19 vs 9) makes Charcoal Blue the marginally brighter of the two.
A 12-point LRV gap (21 vs 9) makes Atlantic Shoreline the marginally brighter of the two.
With LRVs of 9 and 6, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 9 and 8, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 9 vs 7), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 9 vs 7), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Complementary Colors
At LRV 34 vs 9, Rustic Taupe is decisively the brighter choice.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Elevate your space with the luxurious depth of BEHR Midnight Blue (N480-7). This rich and sophisticated color exudes elegance and drama, perfect for creating a statement in any room. Pair Midnight Blue with crisp whites for a classic contrast, or with soft golds for a touch of glamour. Complement this deep hue with warm neutrals like taupe or beige to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. 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