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Benjamin Moore Basic Blue

CC-968 · #40467E · LRV 7

Compare with other brands: Dunn-Edwards Cobalt is a 95% match

Basic Blue (CC-968) is a deep blue from Benjamin Moore. Its LRV is about 7 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Dunn-Edwards Cobalt (95% match).

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LRV

7 · Very dark

Temperature

Cool

Code

CC-968

HEX

#40467E

RGB

64, 70, 126

HSL

234°, 33%, 37%

Family

Blues

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Basic Blue FAQ

What is the LRV of Basic Blue?

Basic Blue has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 7 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.

What is the closest match to Basic Blue in other brands?

Dunn-Edwards: Cobalt (DEA140), 95%; Valspar: Jazzy Blue (4010-9), 92%; Sherwin-Williams: Morning Glory (SW 6971), 90%; Behr: Tanzanite (P530-7), 90%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Valiant Violet (HGSW6818), 87%; PPG: Eggplant (PPG1247-7), 85%; Glidden: Eggplant (PPG1247-7), 85%; Farrow & Ball: Stiffkey Blue (No. 281), 45%. 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 Basic Blue?

The HEX code of Basic Blue (CC-968) is #40467E, RGB 64, 70, 126. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.