Palladian Blue BM HC-144

Palladian Blue LRV and undertone

Benjamin Moore Palladian Blue (HC-144) has an LRV of 60.4, placing it in the light color range. Light reflectance value measures how much visible light a painted surface reflects. At this level, the color can help maintain brightness while adding more color than a near-white paint. Its calculated color family is green, and its undertone is green as well. The supplied hex value is #C1D1C9. These measurements help distinguish its underlying color characteristics from how it may appear under different lighting conditions.

In a room, Palladian Blue may look different as daylight changes throughout the day. North-facing rooms generally receive cooler light, which can emphasize cool aspects of a color, while south-facing rooms often receive warmer light. Artificial lighting can also affect its appearance. Compare a large sample against existing flooring, furniture, and trim before committing to the full room. A white trim color can create a clearer edge, while a closer trim value may produce less contrast.

Palladian Blue in other brands

Several other paint brands offer measured color matches worth comparing. Sherwin-Williams Rainwashed (SW 6211) is the closest listed option, with an LRV of 59.0 and a ΔE of 2.0. A ΔE between 2 and 4 indicates a close match that remains visibly different when placed side by side. Behr Breezeway (MQ3-21) has an LRV of 66.0 and a ΔE of 2.4, making it another close alternative with higher light reflectance. Sherwin-Williams Sea Salt (SW 6204) has an LRV of 63.0 and a ΔE of 4.5, so the overall similarity is more limited.

For a broader comparison, Behr Light French Gray (720E-2) has an LRV of 61.0 and a ΔE of 5.0. PPG Elemental (PPG1011-2) has an LRV of 66.0 and a ΔE of 7.4. These differences exceed the close-match range. Therefore, compare actual samples rather than assuming that similar lightness guarantees a matching appearance.

Lighter and darker Benjamin Moore alternatives

Benjamin Moore Hollingsworth Green (HC-141) has an LRV of 63.25, making it lighter than Palladian Blue. Its ΔE of 4.4 indicates a visible difference, so it is worth testing when you want greater reflectance without choosing a near-white color. Benjamin Moore Quiet Moments (1563), with an LRV of 60.73, is only slightly lighter. Its ΔE of 3.2 also signals a close but visible difference.

For a darker option, Benjamin Moore Smoke (2122-40) has an LRV of 56.39 and a ΔE of 5.0. Benjamin Moore Wythe Blue (HC-143) is darker still, with an LRV of 48.11 and a ΔE of 5.4. These options can provide a stronger visual contrast where a deeper wall color is needed. Check samples in the room’s actual lighting, since sheen, surface texture, and neighboring colors can change perceived contrast.

Before you buy, compare a physical sample with the swatch on Benjamin Moore’s page for Palladian Blue.