# RAL Classic Distant blue

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/distant-blue-ral-5023](https://plan-home.com/color/distant-blue-ral-5023)

RAL Classic Distant blue RAL 5023 is a medium-deep blue with a muted, slightly gray cast that keeps it from reading overly bright. Its cool character is clear, though the softened saturation gives it a practical, grounded look on large wall areas. In daylight, this shade can appear cleaner and bluer, while lower or warmer lighting brings out its deeper, more subdued side. Distant blue suits studies, hallways, and built-in cabinetry, especially alongside pale oak, brushed nickel, off-white, and soft concrete tones. For contrast, pair this color with warm clay, muted ochre, or natural leather accents.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** RAL Classic
- **Color name:** Distant blue
- **Color code:** RAL 5023
- **HEX:** #41698C
- **RGB:** 65, 105, 140
- **LRV:** 16.13%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Blue
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 208° Saturation: 53.57% Value: 54.9%
- **HSL:** hsl(208, 37, 40)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 53.57 Magenta: 25.0 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 45.1
- **YIQ:** Y: 97.03 I: -35.083 Q: 2.431
- **XYZ:** X: 11.963 Y: 13.119 Z: 26.706
- **CIE Lab:** L:42.943 a:-3.487 b:-23.567
- **CIE Luv:** L:42.943 u:-17.968 v:-33.267
- **Decimal:** 4286860
- **Hunter Lab:** 36.221, -4.43, -18.36

## Equivalent and related colors
- [RAL Effect RAL 630-2](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-630-2)
- [RAL Classic Brillant blue](https://plan-home.com/color/brillant-blue-ral-5007)
- [RAL Effect RAL 620-1](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-620-1)
- [RAL Effect RAL 610-6](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-610-6)
- [Tikkurila L356](https://plan-home.com/color/l356)
- [RAL Effect RAL 650-3](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-650-3)
- [Tikkurila Indigo](https://plan-home.com/color/indigo-l429)
- [RAL Effect RAL 640-4](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-640-4)
- [Tikkurila L436](https://plan-home.com/color/l436)
- [RAL Effect RAL 650-M](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-650-m)
- [Tikkurila Atlantis](https://plan-home.com/color/atlantis-l433)
- [RAL Effect RAL 610-5](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-610-5)
- [RAL Classic Traffic blue](https://plan-home.com/color/traffic-blue-ral-5017)
- [Tikkurila K431](https://plan-home.com/color/k431)
- [RAL Classic Violet Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/violet-blue-ral-5000)
- [RAL Classic Capri blue](https://plan-home.com/color/capri-blue-ral-5019)
- [Tikkurila N434](https://plan-home.com/color/n434)
- [Tikkurila Delft](https://plan-home.com/color/delft-s431)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [RAL Classic Pastel blue](https://plan-home.com/color/pastel-blue-ral-5024)
- [RAL Classic Brillant blue](https://plan-home.com/color/brillant-blue-ral-5007)

## Complementary colors
- [RAL Classic Beige grey](https://plan-home.com/color/beige-grey-ral-7006)
- [RAL Classic Pearl beige](https://plan-home.com/color/pearl-beige-ral-1035)
- [RAL Classic Brown grey](https://plan-home.com/color/brown-grey-ral-7013)
- [RAL Classic Pebble grey](https://plan-home.com/color/pebble-grey-ral-7032)
- [RAL Classic Olive grey](https://plan-home.com/color/olive-grey-ral-7002)
- [RAL Classic Yellow grey](https://plan-home.com/color/yellow-grey-ral-7034)
- [RAL Classic Yellow olive](https://plan-home.com/color/yellow-olive-ral-6014)

## 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.