Ref. #B1DBE4 · 2054-60
Old Pickup Blue
66%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Old Pickup Blue Technical Profile
What color is Old Pickup Blue? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #B1DBE4. Colors similar to Old Pickup Blue include Sherwin-Williams Minor Blue, Valspar Angelic Blue, Sherwin-Williams Quench Blue. Old Pickup Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 66, Old Pickup Blue sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Old Pickup Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Old Pickup Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Old Pickup Blue
#B1DBE4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B8FB7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Old Pickup Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Old Pickup 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 Old Pickup 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.
Old Pickup Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Old Pickup Blue have?
Old Pickup Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Old Pickup Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Minor Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#B7DFE8), Angelic Blue by Valspar (#B3DFEB), Quench Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#B4E0E7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Old Pickup Blue?
Old Pickup Blue has an LRV of 65.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Old Pickup Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.