Delphinium CC-872 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #314D8A, estimated LRV 10 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Highlight from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #314D8A · CC-872
Delphinium
10%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Delphinium Technical Profile
HEX Code#314D8A
RGB49, 77, 138
Estimated LRV9.9
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Delphinium
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Delphinium
#314D8A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#625599
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Delphinium
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Delphinium Room Palettes
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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
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Delphinium — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Delphinium have?
Delphinium by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Delphinium from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Delphinium are Blue Highlight by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Florida Waters by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Nautical by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Delphinium'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 Delphinium?
Delphinium has a estimated lightness value of 9.9, 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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