Benjamin Moore Scandinavian Blue 2068-30
| Official page: | Scandinavian Blue 2068-30 |
| Code: | 2068-30 |
| Name: | Scandinavian Blue |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Scandinavian Blue?
Elevate your space with the soothing hues of Benjamin Moore 2068-30 Scandinavian Blue. This timeless and versatile color adds a touch of serenity and sophistication to any room. Pair Scandinavian Blue with crisp white accents for a clean and modern look, or complement it with soft gray tones for a more subtle contrast. This tranquil shade also pairs beautifully with natural wood finishes, bringing a touch of warmth and depth to your decor. Embrace the calming ambiance of Scandinavian Blue with its harmonious color combinations that effortlessly enhance your home's aesthetic.
Scandinavian Blue for bedroom
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Scandinavian Blue for living room (7 photos)
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What are Benjamin Moore Scandinavian Blue undertones?
Scandinavian Blue has a clear blue and purple undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#4E4E8C
RGB code:
78, 78, 140
Is Benjamin Moore Scandinavian Blue 2068-30 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 240°, this dark blue reads cool based on its HSL hue position.
2068-30 Scandinavian Blue HSL code: 240, 28%, 43%
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.
How light temperature affects Scandinavian 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 dark blue shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Scandinavian 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
2068-30
Scandinavian Blue
Darker shades
2068-30
Scandinavian Blue
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 Scandinavian Blue with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 60, such as Benjamin Moore River Gorge Gray and Tavern Gray.
LRV of Scandinavian Blue
Scandinavian Blue has an LRV of 11.65% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 11.65%, 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 | #4E4E8C |  |
| RGB Decimal | 78, 78, 140 | |
| RGB Percent | 30.59%, 30.59%, 54.90% | |
| HSV | Hue: 240° Saturation: 44.29% Value: 54.9% | |
| HSL | hsl(240, 28, 43) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 44.29 Magenta: 44.29 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 45.1 | |
| YIQ | Y: 85.068 I: -19.923 Q: 19.294 | |
| XYZ | X: 10.598 Y: 8.961 Z: 25.975 | |
| CIE Lab | L:35.91 a:16.909 b:-34.541 | |
| CIE Luv | L:35.91 u:-3.59 v:-49.753 | |
| Decimal | 5131916 | |
| Hunter Lab | 29.936, 10.808, -30.491 | |
Benjamin Moore 2068-30 Scandinavian Blue
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