Ref. #6488A0 · CC-800
Blue Nose
23%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Nose Technical Profile
What color is Blue Nose? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #6488A0. Colors similar to Blue Nose include Vista Paint Storm Blue Sky, Dunn-Edwards Seal Pup, Kilz Breakwaters. Blue Nose has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Blue Nose 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 Blue Nose
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Nose
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Nose
#6488A0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8589AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Nose
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Nose 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 Nose.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Nose — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Nose have?
Blue Nose by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Blue Nose from other brands?
The closest matches are Storm Blue Sky by Vista Paint (#618AA3), Seal Pup by Dunn-Edwards (#65869B), Breakwaters by Kilz (#6086A2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Nose?
Blue Nose has an LRV of 22.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Nose's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.