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Benjamin Moore Lavender Blue 1438

Lavender Blue

Benjamin Moore

1438

About Lavender Blue by Benjamin Moore

Lavender Blue 1438 by Benjamin Moore is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 48% and hue near 222° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 48.4%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #b3b9c7

RGB: 179, 185, 199

Hue222°

Saturation15%

Lightness74%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Lavender Blue 1438 a warm or cool color?
Lavender Blue by Benjamin Moore is a cool mid tone color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Lavender Blue?
Lavender Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 222°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Lavender Blue?
Brightness is about 48%. Saturation is around 15%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 74%. Hue is close to 222°. The hex value is #b3b9c7. The RGB value is 179, 185, 199.
Is Lavender Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Lavender Blue has brightness around 48%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Lavender Blue?
You can match Lavender 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 Lavender Blue work best in a home?
Lavender 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 Lavender Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Lavender Blue is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and mid tone 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 Lavender 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 Lavender 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 Lavender Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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