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Benjamin Moore Van Courtland Blue HC-145

Van Courtland Blue

Benjamin Moore

HC-145

About Van Courtland Blue by Benjamin Moore

Van Courtland Blue HC-145 by Benjamin Moore is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 30% and hue near 195° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 30%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #86989e

RGB: 134, 152, 158

Hue195°

Saturation11%

Lightness57%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Van Courtland Blue HC-145 a warm or cool color?
Van Courtland 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 Van Courtland Blue?
Van Courtland Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 195°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Van Courtland Blue?
Brightness is about 30%. Saturation is around 11%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 57%. Hue is close to 195°. The hex value is #86989e. The RGB value is 134, 152, 158.
Is Van Courtland Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Van Courtland Blue has brightness around 30%. 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 Van Courtland Blue?
You can match Van Courtland 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 Van Courtland Blue work best in a home?
Van Courtland 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 Van Courtland Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Van Courtland 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 Van Courtland 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 Van Courtland 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 Van Courtland Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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