Monarchy (S560-4) is a dark blue from Behr with a strong violet undertone. Its LRV is about 29.8 (dark): it absorbs more light than it reflects. best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry. The closest match in another brand is Valspar Macaw (98% match).
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LRV
29.8 · Dark
Undertone
Violet · strong
Temperature
Cool
Code
S560-4
HEX
#9093AD
RGB
144, 147, 173
HSL
234°, 15%, 62%
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Monarchy FAQ
What undertone does Monarchy have?
Monarchy is a dark blue with a strong violet undertone. Its color temperature is cool. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.
What is the LRV of Monarchy?
Monarchy has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 29.8 on a 0–100 scale, which is dark. It absorbs more light than it reflects. Best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry.
What is the closest match to Monarchy in other brands?
Valspar: Macaw (8003-48D), 98%; Dunn-Edwards: Charcoal Dust (DE5927), 96%; PPG: Violet Verbena (PPG1169-5), 94%; Glidden: Violet Verbena (PPG1169-5), 94%; Benjamin Moore: Violet Stone (2069-40), 92%; Sherwin-Williams: Dusty Heather (SW 9073), 91%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Dried Lavender (HGSW9072), 89%; Farrow & Ball: Kittiwake (No. 307), 76%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of Monarchy?
The HEX code of Monarchy (S560-4) is #9093AD, RGB 144, 147, 173. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.