Blue Spruce 1637 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #617178, estimated LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Charcoal from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #617178 · 1637
Blue Spruce
16%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blue Spruce Technical Profile
HEX Code#617178
RGB97, 113, 120
Estimated LRV15.7
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Blue Spruce
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Spruce
#617178
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E779E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Spruce
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Spruce Room Palettes
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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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Blue Spruce — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Spruce have?
Blue Spruce by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Blue Spruce from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Spruce are Deep Charcoal by Kilz (a close digital match), Desert Night by Behr (a close digital match), Relaxed Navy by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Spruce'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 Blue Spruce?
Blue Spruce has a estimated lightness value of 15.7, 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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