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Benjamin Moore Meridian Blue 761

Meridian Blue

Benjamin Moore

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About Meridian Blue by Benjamin Moore

Meridian Blue 761 by Benjamin Moore is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 24% and hue near 187° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 23.7%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #0493a7

RGB: 4, 147, 167

Hue187°

Saturation95%

Lightness34%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Meridian Blue 761 a warm or cool color?
Meridian 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 Meridian Blue?
Meridian Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 187°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Meridian Blue?
Brightness is about 24%. Saturation is around 95%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 34%. Hue is close to 187°. The hex value is #0493a7. The RGB value is 4, 147, 167.
Is Meridian Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Meridian Blue has brightness around 24%. 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 Meridian Blue?
You can match Meridian 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 Meridian Blue work best in a home?
Meridian 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 Meridian Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Meridian 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 Meridian 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 Meridian 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 Meridian Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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