Nordic Noir (P034) is a deep blue from Valspar with no strong undertone. Its LRV is about 5.9 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Benjamin Moore Champion Cobalt (97% match).

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LRV

5.9 · Very dark

Undertone

None (neutral)

Temperature

Cool

Code

P034

HEX

#2A4763

RGB

42, 71, 99

HSL

209°, 40%, 28%

Family

Blues

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Nordic Noir FAQ

What undertone does Nordic Noir have?

Nordic Noir has no strong undertone: it reads as a deep blue. 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 Nordic Noir?

Nordic Noir has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 5.9 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 Nordic Noir in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Champion Cobalt (2061-20), 97%; Sherwin-Williams: Dress Blues (SW 9176), 95%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Dress Blues (HGSW9176), 95%; PPG: Celestial Blue (PPG1156-7), 95%; Glidden: Celestial Blue (PPG1156-7), 95%; Dunn-Edwards: Still Waters Run Deep (DEFD60), 92%; Behr: Compass Blue (MQ5-54), 89%; Farrow & Ball: Stiffkey Blue (No. 281), 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 Nordic Noir?

The HEX code of Nordic Noir (P034) is #2A4763, RGB 42, 71, 99. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.