Ref. #264A53 · 2057-10
River Blue
6%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
River Blue Technical Profile
What color is River Blue? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #264A53. Colors similar to River Blue include Vista Paint Sophisticated Teal, Sherwin-Williams Moscow Midnight, Vista Paint Green Mountain Falls. River Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, River Blue creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 River Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With River Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
River Blue
#264A53
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#434E69
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for River Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
River 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 River 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.
River Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does River Blue have?
River Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match River Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Sophisticated Teal by Vista Paint (#244954), Moscow Midnight by Sherwin-Williams (#204652), Green Mountain Falls by Vista Paint (#254B50). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of River Blue?
River Blue has an LRV of 5.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why River Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.