Ref. #5EA0B7 · CW-605
Palace Blue
33%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Palace Blue Technical Profile
What color is Palace Blue? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #5EA0B7. Colors similar to Palace Blue include Kilz Caspian Blue, Dunn-Edwards Pacific Palisade, Kilz Vintage Sapphire. Palace Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 33 gives Palace Blue 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 Palace Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Palace Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Palace Blue
#5EA0B7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#828DB0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Palace Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Palace 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 Palace 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.
Palace Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Palace Blue have?
Palace Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Palace Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Caspian Blue by Kilz (#5AA0B9), Pacific Palisade by Dunn-Edwards (#69A4B9), Vintage Sapphire by Kilz (#569FBC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Palace Blue?
Palace Blue has an LRV of 33.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Palace Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.