Ref. #4A4F53 · 1638
Midnight Blue
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Midnight Blue Technical Profile
What color is Midnight Blue? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #4A4F53. Colors similar to Midnight Blue include PPG Witchcraft, Valspar Chimney Smoke, RAL Blue Grey. Midnight Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Midnight Blue creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Midnight Blue pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Midnight Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Midnight Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midnight Blue
#4A4F53
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#53567D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midnight Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midnight 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 Midnight Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Midnight Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midnight Blue have?
Midnight Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Midnight Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Witchcraft by PPG (#474C50), Chimney Smoke by Valspar (#4D5256), Blue Grey by RAL (#474B4E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Midnight Blue?
Midnight Blue has an LRV of 7.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Midnight Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.