But, it looks so modern!Hello Laurel, This post is really dating me–I remember when the only choice was between Wedgwood Blue and Williamsburg Blue. I am starting to get the feeling that colored paints work best when the room is flooded with ‘kind’ light, so that not only the color itself is highlighted but also the depth and richness of the paint.
If you are on the hunt for a new paint color for your home renovation, check out the top 10 Benjamin Moore paint colors below. Dimension and drama comes by way of sheen: lustrous semi-gloss on the ceiling scatters light through the room, and a more flat eggshell on walls creates a soft, calming envelope. Van Courtland Blue: LRV: 30.42; Comments: Benjamin Moore Van Courtland Blue is a fantastic grayish blue, and is a pretty dark light blue in my opinion (as evidenced by it’s low LRV of 30.42 compared to 60 with other light blues.
of the time period. I do love that blue door however!
Regardless, if you’re looking for a deep navy, this is by far one of the most popular.Hudson Bay is visually similar to Van Deusen Blue. If you’re concerned about it being too bright though, here are a few other options… White Dove, Simply White, and Decorator’s White.
Deep blue makes for a rich accent color for hallways, entryways, home entryways – anywhere that you are looking for a stroke of drama.
While it’s still a very dark color, it doesn’t have as much black in it as Hale Navy does. I think that a blue like Dolphin’s Cove might stand up to either condition.I think that colors like that actually act as “neutral” colors because they definitely go with everything. Thanks for stopping by and checking out my article!
However, I can’t point you to them at this time. “A well-used blue is a true stroke of confidence.” Patterned pillows, curtains or other home accessories are perfect anchors for saturated blue.Not ready to go all blue? I think any color can go wrong because it’s only one element out of many. It doesn’t have quite as much blue in it as old navy does. I stay away from blue for that reason although I know I’m completely in the minority here. You have to be careful with this color in small spaces because it can make a room look smaller than it already is.
Livable and graceful, it’s always a good time to dive into blue.Navy, baby blue, turquoise–the color blue is varied and dynamic. Rainier Gray 2129-60 and November Skies 2128-50 are among our favorite blue-gray paints. I do if it has enough gray in it.
So, this is a re-working of a post from 2016 about my favorite Benjamin Moore Paint Colors. I’d really suggest you get samples and see what looks best in your lighting.As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.Navy blue is a timeless, and elegant color. Don’t you wish you could have known him? Neverthelesss, if you are considering a light blue paint color and want it in a “grown up” part of your house, Van Courtland Blue is a favorite.
Dark blues, like Hale Navy HC-154 and Gentleman’s Gray 2062-20, are often popular for offices and studies.
!That’s a very good question Maggie. But, yes, you can paint the trim white.
But, I still prefer the warmer blues.And, I love a beautiful cobalt blue, but usually in small dosesThat’s actually something I did learn in design school. Also painted a guest room farrow & ball de Nimes, and it looks really nice both with natural sunlight in the day and artificial light at night,Love all these blues, Laurel! The color could go muddy, greenish or even more red.Most, but not all of these shades of blue are in the Laurel Home Paint Collection. Something white and simple or in bronze, traditional, modern, you name it.