Hudson Bay 1680 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #405367, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Indigo Batik from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #405367 · 1680
Hudson Bay
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hudson Bay Technical Profile
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Hudson Bay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hudson Bay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreHudson Bay
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsIndigo Batik
Indigo Batik
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Midnight Bliss
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Midnight Mosaic
Behr
Nearly identical
Saxophone Solo
Kilz
Nearly identical
Into the Stratosphere
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dark Iris
Valspar
Very similar
Into the Stratosphere
Vista Paint
Very similar
Admiralty
PPG
Very similar
Deep Reservoir
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Slate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hudson Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hudson Bay
#405367
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#585783
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hudson Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hudson Bay 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 Hudson Bay.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hudson Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hudson Bay have?
Hudson Bay 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 Hudson Bay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hudson Bay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hudson Bay are Indigo Batik by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Midnight Bliss by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Midnight Mosaic by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hudson Bay'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 Hudson Bay?
Hudson Bay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.3, 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 Hudson Bay's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.