Dusky Blue 1640 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BED2D5, LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Water .03 from Colorhouse (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BED2D5 · 1640
Dusky Blue
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dusky Blue Technical Profile
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Dusky Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dusky 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 MooreDusky Blue
Nearly identical
ColorhouseWater .03
Water .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Scandinavian Sky
PPG
Nearly identical
Skyline Steel
Behr
Nearly identical
Artiste
Valspar
Nearly identical
Chilly Morning
Kilz
Nearly identical
Little Boy Blu
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cape Hope
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cape Hope
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Briney Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Berry Mojito
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dusky Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusky Blue
#BED2D5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8594AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusky Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusky 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 Dusky 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.
Dusky Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusky Blue have?
Dusky Blue 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 Dusky Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dusky Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusky Blue are Water .03 by Colorhouse (a near-identical match), Scandinavian Sky by PPG (a near-identical match), Skyline Steel by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dusky 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 Dusky Blue?
Dusky Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dusky Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.