Behr Midnight Blue N480-7
| Code: | N480-7 |
| Name: | Midnight Blue |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Midnight Blue?
Elevate your space with the luxurious depth of BEHR Midnight Blue (N480-7). This rich and sophisticated color exudes elegance and drama, perfect for creating a statement in any room. Pair Midnight Blue with crisp whites for a classic contrast, or with soft golds for a touch of glamour. Complement this deep hue with warm neutrals like taupe or beige to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Whether used as an accent wall or throughout a space, Midnight Blue adds a timeless charm that effortlessly pairs with a variety of color schemes.
Behr N480-7 for bathroom
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Behr N480-7 on kitchen cabinets
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Behr Midnight Blue reviews
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What are Behr Midnight Blue undertones?
The undertone of Midnight Blue can be accurately described as a Blue hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#4C565E
RGB code:
76, 86, 94
Is Behr Midnight Blue N480-7 cool or warm?
With a hue of 207° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
N480-7 Midnight Blue HSL code: 207, 11%, 33%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
- Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.
Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.
How light temperature affects Midnight Blue
Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.
In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:
| Direction of sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this black shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Midnight Blue:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
N480-7
Midnight Blue
Darker shades
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Midnight Blue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 27, such as Behr Tribeca and Oak Creek.
LRV of Midnight Blue
Midnight Blue has an LRV of 9.09% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 9.09%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #4c565e | |
| RGB Decimal | 76, 86, 94 | |
| RGB Percent | 29.80%, 33.73%, 36.86% | |
| HSV | Hue: 207° Saturation: 19.15% Value: 36.86% | |
| HSL | hsl(207, 11, 33) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 19.15 Magenta: 8.51 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 63.14 | |
| YIQ | Y: 83.922 I: -8.53 Q: 0.374 | |
| XYZ | X: 8.328 Y: 9.0 Z: 11.885 | |
| CIE Lab | L:35.984 a:-1.993 b:-5.954 | |
| CIE Luv | L:35.984 u:-5.484 v:-7.382 | |
| Decimal | 5002846 | |
| Hunter Lab | 30.0, -2.949, -2.489 |
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