Paddington Blue 791 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #146AA8, estimated LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bowen Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #146AA8 · 791
Paddington Blue
16%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Paddington Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#146AA8
RGB20, 106, 168
Estimated LRV16.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Paddington Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Paddington Blue
#146AA8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3F48B0
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Paddington Blue
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Paddington Blue Room Palettes
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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
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Paddington Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Paddington Blue have?
Paddington Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Paddington Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Paddington Blue are Bowen Blue by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Bowen Blue by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), The Blues by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Paddington 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 Paddington Blue?
Paddington Blue has a estimated lightness value of 16.0, 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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