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Benjamin Moore Scandinavian Blue 2068-30

Scandinavian Blue

Benjamin Moore

2068-30

About Scandinavian Blue by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #4e4e8c

RGB: 78, 78, 140

Hue240°

Saturation28%

Lightness43%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Scandinavian Blue

Benjamin Moore

2068-30

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Scandinavian Blue 2068-30 a warm or cool color?
Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian Blue?
Scandinavian Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 240°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Scandinavian Blue?
Brightness is about 9%. Saturation is around 28%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 43%. Hue is close to 240°. The hex value is #4e4e8c. The RGB value is 78, 78, 140.
Is Scandinavian Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Scandinavian Blue has brightness around 9%. 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 Scandinavian Blue?
You can match Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian Blue work best in a home?
Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian Blue in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Scandinavian Blue

Benjamin Moore

2068-30

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Scandinavian Blue

Benjamin Moore

2068-30

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Scandinavian Blue

Benjamin Moore

2068-30

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Majestic Purple

Sherwin Williams

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Sherwin Williams

SW6818

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Fully Purple

Sherwin Williams

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ROMAN VIOLET

Glidden

PPG1170-7

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