Midnight Blue N480-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #354E61, estimated LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Boisterous Blue from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #354E61 · N480-7
Midnight Blue
7%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Midnight Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#354E61
RGB53, 78, 97
Estimated LRV7.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Midnight Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midnight Blue
#354E61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#505379
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midnight Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midnight Blue 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
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Midnight Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midnight Blue have?
Midnight Blue by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Midnight Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Midnight Blue are Boisterous Blue by Valspar (a close digital match), Dark Iris by Valspar (a close digital match), Midnight Haze by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Midnight Blue's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Midnight Blue?
Midnight Blue has a estimated lightness value of 7.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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