Admiral Blue
Benjamin Moore · 2065-10
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The Analysis
Admiral Blue is a deeply saturated, ink-like navy that absorbs significant light due to its low LRV of 4.13. Because it reflects so little light, it will make a room feel smaller and more enclosed, creating a dramatic, box-like effect.
It is too intense to serve as a neutral wall color in most spaces, so it functions best as a bold accent or a deliberate 'color-drenched' feature. It excels in small rooms like powder baths or studies where you want to lean into the darkness rather than fight it.
LRV 4History & Origin
While deep blues have roots in classic 18th-century parlors, this specific tone fits best in modern interiors. It aligns with the contemporary trend of using high-contrast, moody colors to define specific zones within an open-concept layout.
How to Use It
Pair this with warm wood tones like walnut or bright metallic finishes like brushed brass to prevent the room from feeling too cold. Use it in rooms with high-quality artificial lighting, as this shade requires lamps or overhead fixtures to keep it from looking like a flat black hole.
The Mood
This shade promotes a sense of focus and quiet, making it ideal for spaces where you want to signal that it is time to slow down. It feels restful and grounded rather than energizing, acting as a steady, serious backdrop for daily life.
Colour harmonies
Complementary
Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.
Analogous
Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.
Split complementary
Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.
Triadic
Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.
Tetradic (square)
Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.
Monochromatic
Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.
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Lighting
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