Benjamin Moore Bachelor Blue is a saturated, muted blue-gray paint color. With an LRV of 23.52, this elegant and masculine shade features dark gray and subtle slate undertones, providing a rich, sophisticated depth perfect for cozy bedrooms, cabinetry, or striking accent walls.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | 1629 |
| HEX Code | #758391 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 23.52 |
| Temperature | Cool |
| Primary Undertone | Gray |
| Hidden Undertones | Slate |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, East |
| Best For | Cabinetry, accent walls, bedrooms, home offices, exteriors |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital color test: This muted blue-gray coats inset kitchen cabinetry, enhanced by unlacquered brass cup pulls and warm ambient lighting.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm ambient kitchen lighting
- Wall Color:BM Swiss Coffee
- Countertops:Honed soapstone
- Hardware Finishes:Unlacquered brass
- Flooring:Wide-plank pine
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Material study: This elegant slate blue grounds a sophisticated study wall, providing deep contrast for abstract art and cognac leather.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Directional gallery lighting
- Main Wall Color:BM White Dove
- Flooring:Walnut herringbone
- Decor:Large abstract canvas art
- Vibe:Sophisticated study
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Concept board: This tranquil blue hue creates a serene bedroom sanctuary, harmonizing with light ash wood and brushed velvet textiles.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft diffused morning light
- Trim Color:BM Simply White
- Textiles:Washed linen and brushed velvet
- Flooring:Light ash wood
- Vibe:Serene retreat
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Architectural visualization: This rich blue-gray shade applied to floor-to-ceiling wainscoting, perfectly framing a traditional mahogany desk and tufted leather.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Crisp daylight from window
- Key Materials:Rich mahogany and tufted leather
- Hardware Finishes:Antique bronze
- Architectural Details:Floor-to-ceiling wainscoting
Exterior rendering: This classic slate blue coats wood clapboard siding, beautifully accented by gleaming copper gutters and charcoal shingles.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Overcast natural daylight
- Trim Color:BM Chantilly Lace
- Roofing:Charcoal architectural shingles
- Accents:Copper gutters and lanterns
- Architectural Style:Classic Cape Cod
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