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Benjamin Moore Dark Royal Blue 2065-20

Dark Royal Blue

Benjamin Moore

2065-20

About Dark Royal Blue by Benjamin Moore

Dark Royal Blue 2065-20 by Benjamin Moore is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 7% and hue near 211° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 6.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #144b86

RGB: 20, 75, 134

Hue211°

Saturation74%

Lightness30%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Dark Royal Blue 2065-20 a warm or cool color?
Dark Royal Blue 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 Dark Royal Blue?
Dark Royal Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 211°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Dark Royal Blue?
Brightness is about 7%. Saturation is around 74%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 30%. Hue is close to 211°. The hex value is #144b86. The RGB value is 20, 75, 134.
Is Dark Royal Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Dark Royal Blue has brightness around 7%. 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 Dark Royal Blue?
You can match Dark Royal 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 Dark Royal Blue work best in a home?
Dark Royal 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 Dark Royal Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Dark Royal Blue 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 Dark Royal 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 Dark Royal 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 Dark Royal Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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