In the Midnight Hour 1666 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #425764, estimated LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Saxon Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #425764 · 1666
In the Midnight Hour
9%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
In the Midnight Hour Technical Profile
HEX Code#425764
RGB66, 87, 100
Estimated LRV8.9
UndertoneNeutral
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 In the Midnight Hour
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
In the Midnight Hour
#425764
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#575C82
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for In the Midnight Hour
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
In the Midnight Hour 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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In the Midnight Hour — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does In the Midnight Hour have?
In the Midnight Hour by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 In the Midnight Hour from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to In the Midnight Hour are Saxon Blue by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Saxon Blue by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Tailored Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting In the Midnight Hour'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 In the Midnight Hour?
In the Midnight Hour has a estimated lightness value of 8.9, 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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