# Benjamin Moore Bedford Blue

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-bedford-blue-1679](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-bedford-blue-1679)

Benjamin Moore Bedford Blue 1679 is a mid-depth blue with a muted slate cast, reading cooler than a classic denim or primary blue. Its gray influence keeps the color grounded, while the #4E738C value gives it enough blue presence to hold its own on a full wall. In bright daylight, Bedford Blue can appear cleaner and slightly more blue-forward; lower or warmer light tends to bring out its softened, smoky character. It suits bedrooms, home offices, and bathrooms, and can also make a confident choice for painted cabinetry or an exterior front door. Pair it with soft white trim, pale gray stone, weathered oak, brushed nickel, or warm brass for contrast.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Benjamin Moore
- **Color name:** Bedford Blue
- **Color code:** 1679
- **HEX:** #4E738C
- **RGB:** 78, 115, 140
- **LRV:** 17.43%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Blue
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 204° Saturation: 44.29% Value: 54.9%
- **HSL:** hsl(204, 28, 43)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 44.29 Magenta: 17.86 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 45.1
- **YIQ:** Y: 106.787 I: -30.082 Q: -0.047
- **XYZ:** X: 14.004 Y: 15.774 Z: 27.111
- **CIE Lab:** L:46.676 a:-6.07 b:-17.76
- **CIE Luv:** L:46.676 u:-17.647 v:-24.673
- **Decimal:** 5141388
- **Hunter Lab:** 39.716, -6.562, -12.671

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Sherwin Williams Inky Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/inky-blue-sw-9149)
- [Behr Shipyard](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-shipyard)
- [Sherwin Williams Down Pour](https://plan-home.com/color/down-pour-sw-6516)
- [Behr Sojourn Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-sojourn-blue)
- [Benjamin Moore Mozart Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-mozart-blue-1665)
- [Behr Sailor'S Bay](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-sailors-bay)
- [Behr Arrowhead Lake](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-arrowhead-lake)
- [Behr Cayman Bay](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-cayman-bay)
- [Benjamin Moore Santa Monica Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-santa-monica-blue-776)
- [Benjamin Moore Schooner](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-schooner-af-520)
- [Sherwin Williams Santorini Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/santorini-blue-sw-7607)
- [Sherwin Williams Denim](https://plan-home.com/color/denim-sw-6523)
- [Behr Living Stream](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-living-stream)
- [Behr Bering Wave](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-bering-wave)
- [Behr Layers Of Ocean](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-layers-of-ocean)
- [Behr Laguna Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-laguna-blue)
- [Benjamin Moore Bellbottom Blues](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-bellbottom-blues-csp-655)
- [Behr Privileged Elite](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-privileged-elite)
- [Sherwin Williams Revel Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/revel-blue-sw-6530)
- [Behr Glass Sapphire](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-glass-sapphire)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Schooner](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-schooner-af-520)
- [Benjamin Moore Blue Nose](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-blue-nose-1678)
- [Benjamin Moore Azurite](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-azurite-cw-670)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Gentleman's Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-gentlemans-gray-2062-20)

## Complementary colors
- [Benjamin Moore Desert Shadows](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-desert-shadows-2114-30)
- [Benjamin Moore Hint of Violet](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-hint-of-violet-2114-60)
- [Benjamin Moore Antique Pearl](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-antique-pearl-2113-70)
- [Benjamin Moore Night Shade](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-night-shade-2116-10)
- [Benjamin Moore Woodcliff Lake](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-woodcliff-lake-980)
- [Benjamin Moore Silver Fox](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-silver-fox-2108-50)
- [Benjamin Moore Upper West Side](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-upper-west-side-csp-70)

Official product page: https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-colors/color/1679

## 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.