Ref. #213C5E · 2060-10
Symphony Blue
4%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Symphony Blue Technical Profile
What color is Symphony Blue? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #213C5E. Colors similar to Symphony Blue include Behr Very Navy, MPC Innsbruck Blue, Dutch Boy Royal Blue. Symphony Blue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 4, Symphony 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 Symphony Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Symphony Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Symphony Blue
#213C5E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#423F73
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Symphony Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Symphony 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 Symphony 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.
Symphony Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Symphony Blue have?
Symphony Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Symphony Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Very Navy by Behr (#233B5E), Innsbruck Blue by MPC (#294160), Royal Blue by Dutch Boy (#1D375C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Symphony Blue?
Symphony Blue has an LRV of 4.4, 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 Symphony Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.