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Madison Avenue
46%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Madison Avenue Technical Profile
What color is Madison Avenue? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #6CC1CF. Colors similar to Madison Avenue include MPC Bobby Blue, Vista Paint Enchanted Evening, Hirshfield's Enchanted Evening. Madison Avenue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 46 gives Madison Avenue depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Madison Avenue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Madison Avenue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Madison Avenue
#6CC1CF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A90B8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Madison Avenue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Madison Avenue 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 Madison Avenue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Madison Avenue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Madison Avenue have?
Madison Avenue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Madison Avenue from other brands?
The closest matches are Bobby Blue by MPC (#73C2CF), Enchanted Evening by Vista Paint (#63C3D2), Enchanted Evening by Hirshfield's (#63C3D3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Madison Avenue?
Madison Avenue has an LRV of 45.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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