# Behr Compass Blue

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/behr-compass-blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-compass-blue)

Behr Compass Blue MQ5-54 is a deep, muted blue with a noticeable gray cast that keeps it from reading overly bright or nautical. Its cool, shadowy character can look nearly charcoal-blue in dim rooms, while daylight brings out more of its blue presence. This shade gives built-in cabinetry, office walls, and bedroom accents a grounded, substantial look without the sharpness of a true black. Pair it with warm white trim, pale oak, brushed brass, or soft taupe textiles to add contrast and warmth. On an exterior, Compass Blue is especially effective for a front door or shutters against light siding or stone.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Behr
- **Color name:** Compass Blue
- **Color code:** MQ5-54
- **HEX:** #35475b
- **RGB:** 53, 71, 91
- **LRV:** 6.26%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Blue
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 212° Saturation: 41.76% Value: 35.69%
- **HSL:** hsl(212, 26, 28)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 41.76 Magenta: 21.98 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 64.31
- **YIQ:** Y: 67.898 I: -17.153 Q: 2.416
- **XYZ:** X: 5.609 Y: 6.018 Z: 10.761
- **CIE Lab:** L:29.459 a:-1.279 b:-14.091
- **CIE Luv:** L:29.459 u:-8.726 v:-17.51
- **Decimal:** 3491675
- **Hunter Lab:** 24.532, -2.12, -8.834

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Behr Very Navy](https://plan-home.com/color/very-navy-m500-7)
- [Valspar US Blue Fedora](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-blue-fedora)
- [Behr Inked](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-inked)
- [Sherwin Williams Indigo Batik](https://plan-home.com/color/indigo-batik-sw-7602)
- [Valspar US Nordic Noir](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-nordic-noir)
- [Benjamin Moore Gentleman's Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-gentlemans-gray-2062-20)
- [Behr Starless Night](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-starless-night)
- [Behr Dark Navy](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-dark-navy)
- [Sherwin Williams Dress Blues](https://plan-home.com/color/dress-blues-sw-9176)
- [Valspar US Midnight Shadow](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-midnight-shadow)
- [Benjamin Moore Hudson Bay](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-hudson-bay-1680)
- [Behr Night Flight](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-night-flight)
- [Sherwin Williams Salty Dog](https://plan-home.com/color/salty-dog-sw-9177)
- [Sherwin Williams Naval](https://plan-home.com/color/sherwin-williams-naval)
- [Benjamin Moore Champion Cobalt](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-champion-cobalt-2061-20)
- [Behr Indigo Ink](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-indigo-ink)
- [Benjamin Moore North Sea](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-north-sea-cc-932)
- [Valspar US Motor City Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-motor-city-blue)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Behr Very Navy](https://plan-home.com/color/very-navy-m500-7)
- [Behr Arrowhead Lake](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-arrowhead-lake)
- [Behr Laguna Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-laguna-blue)
- [Behr Shipyard](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-shipyard)
- [Behr Infinite Deep Sea](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-infinite-deep-sea)

## Complementary colors
- [Behr Oak Creek](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-oak-creek)
- [Behr Chicago Fog](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-chicago-fog)
- [Behr White City](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-white-city)
- [Behr Underground](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-underground)
- [Behr Ottertail](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-ottertail)
- [Behr Rustic Taupe](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-rustic-taupe)
- [Behr Potting Soil](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-potting-soil)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.