Ref. #677A80 · 1636
Providence Blue
18%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Providence Blue Technical Profile
What color is Providence Blue? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #677A80. Colors similar to Providence Blue include PPG Night Rendezvous, Sherwin-Williams Labradorite, Farrow & Ball De Nimes. Providence Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Providence Blue creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Providence Blue pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Providence Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Providence Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Providence Blue
#677A80
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7682A4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Providence Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Providence 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 Providence 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.
Providence Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Providence Blue have?
Providence Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Providence Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Night Rendezvous by PPG (#66787E), Labradorite by Sherwin-Williams (#657B83), De Nimes by Farrow & Ball (#6A7C80). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Providence Blue?
Providence Blue has an LRV of 18.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Providence Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.