Ref. #476A8F · K-113
Blue Monday
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Monday Technical Profile
What color is Blue Monday? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #476A8F. Colors similar to Blue Monday include Kilz Blue Depths, MPC Blue Flag, Hirshfield's Honky Tonk Blue. Blue Monday has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Blue Monday 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 Blue Monday
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Monday
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Monday
#476A8F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6C6C9D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Monday
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Monday 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Blue Monday.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Monday — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Monday have?
Blue Monday by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Blue Monday from other brands?
The closest matches are Blue Depths by Kilz (#496B8F), Blue Flag by MPC (#446B91), Honky Tonk Blue by Hirshfield's (#446A8D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Monday?
Blue Monday has an LRV of 13.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Blue Monday's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.