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Benjamin Moore Scandinavian Blue

2068-30 · #4F4F8D · LRV ~9.2

Closest tone in another brand: Dunn-Edwards Beaded Blue (~97% proximity)

Scandinavian Blue (2068-30) is a deep blue from Benjamin Moore, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 9.2 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Dunn-Edwards Beaded Blue (~97% proximity).

Closest tone to Scandinavian Blue in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

9.2 · Very dark

Temperature

Cool

Code

2068-30

HEX

#4F4F8D

RGB

79, 79, 141

HSL

240°, 28%, 43%

Family

Blues

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Scandinavian Blue FAQ

What is the LRV of Scandinavian Blue?

Scandinavian Blue has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 9.2 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.

What is the closest tone to Scandinavian Blue in other brands?

Dunn-Edwards: Beaded Blue (DE5909), ~97% proximity; Valspar: Blue Ember (8001-47F), ~96% proximity; Behr: Canyon Iris (P540-7), ~91% proximity; Glidden: Eggplant (PPG1247-7), ~91% proximity; PPG: Eggplant (PPG1247-7), ~90% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Fully Purple (SW 6983), ~85% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Valiant Violet (HGSW6818), ~78% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Wine Dark (No. 308), ~41% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Scandinavian Blue?

The HEX code of Scandinavian Blue (2068-30) is #4F4F8D, RGB 79, 79, 141. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.