Vanderberg Blue 721 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #475B5E, estimated LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Volute from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #475B5E · 721
Vanderberg Blue
10%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Vanderberg Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#475B5E
RGB71, 91, 94
Estimated LRV9.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Volute
Hirshfield's
#445A5E
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Still Water
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#4A5D5F
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Sprucey
Dutch Boy
#4A5D5F
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Volute
Vista Paint
#495B5F
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Behr
#46595E
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Blue Tapestry
Dunn-Edwards
#475C62
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Colors That Work With Vanderberg Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vanderberg Blue
#475B5E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#566682
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vanderberg Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vanderberg 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
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Vanderberg Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vanderberg Blue have?
Vanderberg Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Vanderberg Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vanderberg Blue are Volute by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Still Water by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Sprucey by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Vanderberg 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 Vanderberg Blue?
Vanderberg Blue has a estimated lightness value of 9.6, 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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