Philipsburg Blue HC-159 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #637986, estimated LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Monday from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #637986 · HC-159
Philipsburg Blue
18%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Philipsburg Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#637986
RGB99, 121, 134
Estimated LRV18.0
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 Familyneutral
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Philipsburg Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Philipsburg Blue
#637986
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#777DA5
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Philipsburg Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Philipsburg 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
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Philipsburg Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Philipsburg Blue have?
Philipsburg Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Philipsburg Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Philipsburg Blue are Blue Monday by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Freedom Found by PPG (a close digital match), Catalina Coast by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Philipsburg 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 Philipsburg Blue?
Philipsburg Blue has a estimated lightness value of 18.0, 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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