Calico Blue 707 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #4B5A51, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Green Velvet from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4B5A51 · 707
Calico Blue
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Calico Blue Technical Profile
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Calico Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Calico Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCalico Blue
Nearly identical
PPGDark Green Velvet
Dark Green Velvet
PPG
Nearly identical
Conifer
Behr
Nearly identical
Jade Sea
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hidden Forest
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Billiard Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pleasant Hill
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pleasant Hill
Vista Paint
Very similar
American Pine
Kilz
Very similar
Minnesota Pines
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Basalt Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Calico Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Calico Blue
#4B5A51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#56827D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Calico Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Calico 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Calico Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Calico Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Calico Blue have?
Calico Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Calico Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Calico Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Calico Blue are Dark Green Velvet by PPG (a near-identical match), Conifer by Behr (a near-identical match), Jade Sea by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Calico 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 Calico Blue?
Calico Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Calico Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.