Ref. #3B496A · MQ5-14
Bon Nuit
7%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Bon Nuit Technical Profile
What color is Bon Nuit? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #3B496A. Colors similar to Bon Nuit include Sherwin-Williams Dignified, PPG Egyptian Violet, MPC Tintoretto Blue. Bon Nuit has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Bon Nuit creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Bon Nuit
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bon Nuit
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bon Nuit
#3B496A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5F5682
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bon Nuit
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bon Nuit Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Bon Nuit.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bon Nuit — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bon Nuit have?
Bon Nuit by Behr has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Bon Nuit from other brands?
The closest matches are Dignified by Sherwin-Williams (#3B496D), Egyptian Violet by PPG (#3D496D), Tintoretto Blue by MPC (#374463). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bon Nuit?
Bon Nuit has an LRV of 6.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bon Nuit's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.