Ref. #45656E · CSP-685
Stained Glass
12%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Stained Glass Technical Profile
What color is Stained Glass? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #45656E. Colors similar to Stained Glass include Behr Whale Gray, PPG Azalea Leaf, Behr Walk Me Home. Stained Glass has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Stained Glass 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 Stained Glass
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stained Glass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stained Glass
#45656E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5C698A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stained Glass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stained Glass 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 Stained Glass.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Stained Glass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stained Glass have?
Stained Glass by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Stained Glass from other brands?
The closest matches are Whale Gray by Behr (#43666E), Azalea Leaf by PPG (#4A6871), Walk Me Home by Behr (#49666C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Stained Glass?
Stained Glass has an LRV of 11.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Stained Glass's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.