Upholstered cream chairs surround a dark walnut table in a sophisticated dining space with wainscoting painted in Behr Very Navy (Hex #3a4859).

Very Navy M500-7

Behr
LRV 6

Behr Very Navy (M500-7) is an enigmatic, deep navy blue with an LRV of 6. This dramatic, cool-toned dark shade features subtle blue-green undertones, offering the profound depth of the night sky for a sophisticated and moody aesthetic.

Paint Technical Profile

Color ID / SKU M500-7
HEX Code #3a4859
Light Reflectance (LRV) 6
Temperature Cool
Primary Undertone Navy Blue
Hidden Undertones Blue-green, Gray
Use Interior, Exterior
Best Exposures South, West, Well-lit spaces
Best For Dining rooms, kitchen islands, studies, accent walls, exterior doors

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A split digital conceptual board featuring a Behr Very Navy dining room on top, and a textured flat-lay of burl wood and velvet below.

Digital visualization: This deep blue hue applied to dramatic dining room walls, paired with antique brass chandeliers.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Moody evening candlelight and chandelier
  • Trim Recommendation:Behr Ultra Pure White
  • Key Materials:Burl wood, velvet
  • Hardware Finishes:Antique brass

Complementary Paint Colors

Ultra Pure White Behr • 1850
An 80/20 split conceptual board showing a kitchen island painted in M500-7 above, with brushed gold and white quartz materials below.

Concept board: A rich navy tone used on a large center island, complementing white quartz countertops and brushed gold pendants.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Bright morning light
  • Cabinet Color:Behr White
  • Countertop:White quartz with gray veining
  • Hardware Finishes:Brushed gold

Complementary Paint Colors

White Behr • 52
A composite visualization displaying a classic academia study painted in a dark indigo above, grounded by a flat-lay of dark mahogany below.

Digital color test: This dark indigo shade envelops a classic academia study alongside a cognac leather chesterfield sofa.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Dim library lamp light
  • Flooring:Dark mahogany
  • Key Materials:Cognac leather, brass
  • Vibe:Classic Academia
A digital conceptual board split between a modern accent wall painted in Very Navy and a bottom section featuring light oak and ceramic samples.

Color exploration: A bold maritime blue shade anchors a modern living space featuring light oak floating shelves.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Sharp side-lighting from window
  • Adjacent Walls:Behr Campfire Ash
  • Key Materials:Light oak, ceramic

Complementary Paint Colors

Campfire Ash Behr • N320-1
A split digital board showcasing a front porch exterior door painted in Behr Very Navy on top, with aged copper and red brick samples below.

Concept visualization: This classic dark blue applied to a front door, beautifully contrasting with red brick steps and aged copper hardware.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Overcast daylight
  • Siding Color:Behr Silver Drop
  • Key Materials:Brick, copper hardware, potted ferns

Complementary Paint Colors

Silver Drop Behr • 790C-2

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