Ref. #1F0D4F · MP25133
Steamboat Blue
1%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Steamboat Blue Technical Profile
What color is Steamboat Blue? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #1F0D4F. Steamboat Blue has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 1, Steamboat 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 Steamboat Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Ultramarine Blue
RAL
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Purple Bloom
Behr
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Hot Sauna
Vista Paint
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Midnight Navy
Benjamin Moore
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Dewberry
Sherwin-Williams
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Ruling Royalty
Kilz
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Hot Sauna
Hirshfield's
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Nightfall
Valspar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Steamboat Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Steamboat Blue
#1F0D4F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#582966
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Steamboat Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Steamboat 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Steamboat 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.
Steamboat Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Steamboat Blue have?
Steamboat Blue by MPC has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Steamboat Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Ultramarine Blue by RAL (#20214F), Purple Bloom by Behr (#372A63), Blackberry Harvest by Behr (#312B62). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Steamboat Blue?
Steamboat Blue has an LRV of 1.1, 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 Steamboat Blue's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.