Ref. #303A4C · 2061-10
Deep Royal
4%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Deep Royal Technical Profile
What color is Deep Royal? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #303A4C. Colors similar to Deep Royal include Dunn-Edwards Old Mill, Behr Sorcerer, Dunn-Edwards Black River Falls. Deep Royal has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 4, Deep Royal 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 Deep Royal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deep Royal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Royal
#303A4C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4B4669
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Royal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep Royal 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 Deep Royal.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Deep Royal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Royal have?
Deep Royal by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Deep Royal from other brands?
The closest matches are Old Mill by Dunn-Edwards (#343B4E), Sorcerer by Behr (#2B3645), Black River Falls by Dunn-Edwards (#343E54). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Deep Royal?
Deep Royal has an LRV of 4.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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