Ref. #6F8892 · 1644
Blue Dusk
23%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Dusk Technical Profile
What color is Blue Dusk? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #6F8892. Colors similar to Blue Dusk include Behr Shaker Blue, Behr Milestone, Behr Lyric Blue. Blue Dusk has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Blue Dusk creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Blue Dusk pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Blue Dusk
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Dusk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Dusk
#6F8892
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Dusk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Dusk 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Blue Dusk.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Dusk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Dusk have?
Blue Dusk by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Blue Dusk from other brands?
The closest matches are Shaker Blue by Behr (#718B97), Milestone by Behr (#728C98), Lyric Blue by Behr (#718793). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Dusk?
Blue Dusk has an LRV of 23.1, 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 Blue Dusk's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.