Chicago Blues 804 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #41739D, LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Triumph Blue from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #41739D · 804
Chicago Blues
16%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chicago Blues Technical Profile
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Chicago Blues in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chicago Blues in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreChicago Blues
Nearly identical
KilzTriumph Blue
Triumph Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Shipyard
Behr
Nearly identical
Postwar Boom
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Zenith
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lovely Lapis
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Peek-A-Boo Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Zenith
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lupine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wright Bluebird
PPG
Very similar
Sky Blue
RAL
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chicago Blues
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chicago Blues
#41739D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6B6EA6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chicago Blues
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chicago Blues 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 Chicago Blues.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chicago Blues — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chicago Blues have?
Chicago Blues by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chicago Blues in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chicago Blues from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chicago Blues are Triumph Blue by Kilz (a near-identical match), Shipyard by Behr (a near-identical match), Neptune Blue by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chicago Blues'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 Chicago Blues?
Chicago Blues has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chicago Blues's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.