Kensington Blue 840 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #4C5B72, LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Midnight Sun from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4C5B72 · 840
Kensington Blue
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Kensington Blue Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Kensington Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kensington 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 MooreKensington Blue
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMidnight Sun
Midnight Sun
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Authentic Navy
Kilz
Nearly identical
Script Ink
Behr
Very similar
America'S Cup Navy
PPG
Very similar
Sapphire Earbobs
Valspar
Very similar
Into the Stratosphere
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Into the Stratosphere
Vista Paint
Very similar
Luxe Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dashing Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Brillant Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Seeing a close call? Order a peel-and-stick sample of Kensington Blue — or sample it next to its top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kensington Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kensington Blue
#4C5B72
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#656091
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kensington Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kensington 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 Kensington 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.
Kensington Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kensington Blue have?
Kensington 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 Kensington Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kensington Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kensington Blue are Midnight Sun by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Authentic Navy by Kilz (a near-identical match), Script Ink by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Kensington 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 Kensington Blue?
Kensington Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.2, 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.
Explore More with Kensington Blue
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Kensington Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.