Ref. #1F4951 · CSP-720
Dark
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dark Technical Profile
What color is Dark? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #1F4951. Colors similar to Dark include Vista Paint Green Mountain Falls, Vista Paint Sophisticated Teal, Sherwin-Williams Moscow Midnight. Dark has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Dark 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 Dark
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark
#1F4951
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3C4B67
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark 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 Dark.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark have?
Dark by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Dark from other brands?
The closest matches are Green Mountain Falls by Vista Paint (#254B50), Sophisticated Teal by Vista Paint (#244954), Moscow Midnight by Sherwin-Williams (#204652). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark?
Dark has an LRV of 7.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.