Dark Royal Blue 2065-20 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #154C87, LRV 9 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Strong Will from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #154C87 · 2065-20
Dark Royal Blue
9%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Dark Royal Blue Technical Profile
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Dark Royal Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Royal 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 MooreDark Royal Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparStrong Will
Strong Will
Valspar
Nearly identical
Brilliant Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Deep Sapphire
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dancing Sea
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Royal Breeze
Behr
Nearly identical
Rich Cobalt
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Frank Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cascade Twilight
Vista Paint
Very similar
Navy Dress
Kilz
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Royal Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Royal Blue
#154C87
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3C3A95
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Royal Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Royal 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 Dark Royal Blue.
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 Royal Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Royal Blue have?
Dark Royal Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (violet) 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 Dark Royal Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Royal Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Royal Blue are Strong Will by Valspar (a near-identical match), Brilliant Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Deep Sapphire by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark Royal 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 Dark Royal Blue?
Dark Royal Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.3, 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 Dark Royal Blue's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.