What is the HEX code and RGB for Behr Dark Navy?

The exact hexadecimal code for Behr Dark Navy (S530-7) is #3B4853. Its sRGB values are R: 59, G: 72, B: 83.

What is the LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of Dark Navy?

The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Behr Dark Navy is 9.5. This makes it a moody, deep shade that absorbs light and adds intimate drama.

What is the best cheap dupe for Behr Dark Navy?

The best budget match for Behr Dark Navy is Valspar Flint Smoke (5003-1B) with a 97% visual similarity (CIEDE2000 ΔE: 1.14), saving $4 per gallon.

What undertones does Dark Navy have?

Behr Dark Navy features Deep Navy, Midnight Ocean, Indigo undertones. It performs best when paired with clean white trim such as Pure White.

BehrCode: S530-7Blues

Dark Navy

Behr rich oceanic navy that dupes Farrow & Ball Stiffkey Blue and BM Van Deusen Blue.

Dominant Undertones:

Deep NavyMidnight OceanIndigo

Est. Price: $48/gal

LRV (Reflectance)

9.5/ 100

Max Dupe Savings

$4/gal

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Dark Navy

HEX: #3B4853 • LRV: 9.5

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Dark Navy#3B4853

🔬 Scientific Color BreakdownD65 Standard Illuminant

Exact spectrophotometric metrics used by automated tint dispensers and interior designers.

Hexadecimal

#3B4853

Web & Digital

sRGB Values

59, 72, 83

Red, Green, Blue

LRV

9.5%

Absorbs Light

HSL

208°, 17%, 28%

Hue, Sat, Light

CMYK

29,13,0,67

Print coordinates

Brand Tier

budget

$48/gal MSRP

Top Budget Dupes for Dark Navy

CIEDE2000 Ranked

Calculated color matches in cheaper paint brands like Behr, Valspar, and Sherwin-Williams.

💸 Potential Whole-House Savings:$40 (10 gal)

#1Valspar Alternative

97% Match

Dark Navy

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Flint Smoke

Valspar (5003-1B)

$44/gal

💰 Saves $4 per gallon

8% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.14

LRV Comparison:9.5 vs 10

"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"

Color Specs →Buy at Lowe's

#2Farrow & Ball Alternative

96.7% Match

Dark Navy

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Stiffkey Blue

Farrow & Ball (No. 281)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.23

LRV Comparison:9.5 vs 10

"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#3Magnolia Home Alternative

94.7% Match

Dark Navy

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Weekend

Magnolia Home (JG-03)

$52/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.57

LRV Comparison:9.5 vs 10

"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#4Benjamin Moore Alternative

84.8% Match

Dark Navy

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Van Deusen Blue

Benjamin Moore (HC-156)

$94/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):3.64

LRV Comparison:9.5 vs 12

"Very Close Match (Slightly warmer or cooler undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Ace Hardware / BM Store

Dark Navy Equivalents Across Major Paint Brands

Summary of the closest visual matches across all major retail competitors.

Brand	Matching Color	Code	Similarity	ΔE	Price / Gal	Action
Sherwin-Williams	Naval	SW 6244	81.9%	4.22	$82	View Specs
Benjamin Moore	Van Deusen Blue	HC-156	84.8%	3.64	$94	View Specs
Farrow & Ball	Stiffkey Blue	No. 281	96.7%	1.23	$145	View Specs
Magnolia Home	Weekend	JG-03	94.7%	1.57	$52	View Specs
Valspar	Flint Smoke	5003-1B	97%	1.14	$44	View Specs

Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Dark Navy

Professional color pairings recommended by interior designers for ceilings, doors, and accent walls.

Recommended Trim White

Pure White (SW 7005)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 84

Recommended Accent

Iron Ore (SW 7069)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 6

Paint Counter Pro Tip

Most Home Depot and Lowe's color computers already contain the formulation for Behr Dark Navy. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Dark Navy in Behr Marquee base".

Frequently Asked Questions About Dark Navy

What is the exact HEX code and RGB for Behr Dark Navy?

The official hexadecimal color code is #3B4853. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 59, Green: 72, Blue: 83.

What is the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Dark Navy?

Dark Navy has an LRV of 9.5. Its deep LRV makes it an anchor shade that creates intimate, cocoon-like spaces in dining rooms, offices, and powder rooms.

What is the closest Behr or cheap dupe for Dark Navy?

The closest budget alternative is Valspar Flint Smoke (5003-1B), scoring a 97% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $4 per gallon.