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Benjamin Moore Britannia Blue 1623

Britannia Blue

Benjamin Moore

1623

About Britannia Blue by Benjamin Moore

Britannia Blue 1623 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 17% and hue near 206° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 16.6%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #67737c

RGB: 103, 115, 124

Hue206°

Saturation9%

Lightness45%

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These are close matches to Britannia Blue from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Britannia Blue looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Britannia Blue 1623 a warm or cool color?
Britannia Blue by Benjamin Moore is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Britannia Blue?
Britannia Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 206°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Britannia Blue?
Brightness is about 17%. Saturation is around 9%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 45%. Hue is close to 206°. The hex value is #67737c. The RGB value is 103, 115, 124.
Is Britannia Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Britannia Blue has brightness around 17%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Britannia Blue?
You can match Britannia Blue with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Britannia Blue work best in a home?
Britannia Blue works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Britannia Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Britannia Blue is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Britannia Blue in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Britannia Blue in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Britannia Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Britannia Blue. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.