Ref. #414C55 · 2129-30
Blue Note
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Note Technical Profile
What color is Blue Note? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #414C55. Colors similar to Blue Note include Valspar Pitch Cobalt, Sherwin-Williams Sea Serpent, Dunn-Edwards Deepest Sea. Blue Note has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Blue Note 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 Note 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 Note
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Note
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Note
#414C55
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#505279
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Note
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Note 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 Note.
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 Note — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Note have?
Blue Note by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Blue Note from other brands?
The closest matches are Pitch Cobalt by Valspar (#434D56), Sea Serpent by Sherwin-Williams (#3E4B54), Deepest Sea by Dunn-Edwards (#444D56). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Note?
Blue Note has an LRV of 9.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Note's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.