Midnight Blue 1638 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #4A4F53, LRV 8 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Witchcraft from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4A4F53 · 1638
Midnight Blue
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Midnight Blue Technical Profile
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Midnight Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Midnight 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 MooreMidnight Blue
Nearly identical
PPGWitchcraft
Witchcraft
PPG
Nearly identical
Chimney Smoke
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blue Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Seared Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Black Bay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Puerto Desedo
Vista Paint
Very similar
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cyberspace
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Anchored Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Vermont Slate
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Motor Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Midnight Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Midnight Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Midnight Blue are Witchcraft by PPG (a near-identical match), Chimney Smoke by Valspar (a near-identical match), Blue Grey by RAL (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Midnight 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 Midnight Blue?
Midnight Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.7, 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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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 Midnight Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.