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Benjamin Moore Chicago Blues 804

Chicago Blues

Benjamin Moore

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About Chicago Blues by Benjamin Moore

Chicago Blues 804 by Benjamin Moore is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 16% and hue near 207° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 15.5%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #40729c

RGB: 64, 114, 156

Hue207°

Saturation42%

Lightness43%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Chicago Blues 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 Chicago Blues looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Chicago Blues 804 a warm or cool color?
Chicago Blues by Benjamin Moore is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Chicago Blues?
Chicago Blues sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 207°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Chicago Blues?
Brightness is about 16%. Saturation is around 42%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 43%. Hue is close to 207°. The hex value is #40729c. The RGB value is 64, 114, 156.
Is Chicago Blues better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Chicago Blues has brightness around 16%. 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 Chicago Blues?
You can match Chicago Blues 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 Chicago Blues work best in a home?
Chicago Blues 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 Chicago Blues compare to a pure white paint?
Chicago Blues is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool 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 Chicago Blues 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 Chicago Blues 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 Chicago Blues. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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