Van Deusen Blue HC-156 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #495C6F, LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is America'S Cup Navy from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #495C6F · HC-156
Van Deusen Blue
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Van Deusen Blue
Van Deusen Blue is a deep, historic navy with a slate-gray softness — at LRV 10 it's dark and dramatic, but its grayed base keeps it from reading as a bright or primary blue. It's a sophisticated choice for cabinetry, libraries, and statement walls in traditional homes.
Like any deep blue it needs light to keep from collapsing toward black, and it looks richest with warm whites, brass, and wood. It sits in the same deep-blue family as Hale Navy but reads a touch grayer. Behr Harbour is its closest cross-brand match.
Van Deusen Blue Technical Profile
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Van Deusen Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Van Deusen Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreVan Deusen Blue
Nearly identical
PPGAmerica'S Cup Navy
America'S Cup Navy
PPG
Nearly identical
Harbour (marquee)
Behr
Nearly identical
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Yankee Doodle
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hampton Surf
Valspar
Very similar
Blazing Sky
Vista Paint
Very similar
Saxophone Solo
Kilz
Very similar
Seal Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Alaskan Night
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Indigo Batik
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Brillant Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Van Deusen Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Van Deusen Blue
#495C6F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5E5E8D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Van Deusen Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Van Deusen 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 Van Deusen 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.
Van Deusen Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Van Deusen Blue have?
Van Deusen Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Van Deusen Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Van Deusen Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Van Deusen Blue are America'S Cup Navy by PPG (a near-identical match), Harbour (marquee) by Behr (a near-identical match), English Channel by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Van Deusen 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 Van Deusen Blue?
Van Deusen Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Van Deusen Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.