What is the HEX code and RGB for Benjamin Moore Hale Navy?

The exact hexadecimal code for Benjamin Moore Hale Navy (HC-154) is #2A3644. Its sRGB values are R: 42, G: 54, B: 68.

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

The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Benjamin Moore Hale Navy is 8.3. This makes it a moody, deep shade that absorbs light and adds intimate drama.

What is the best cheap dupe for Benjamin Moore Hale Navy?

The best budget match for Benjamin Moore Hale Navy is Behr NYPD (N480-7) with a 98.5% visual similarity (CIEDE2000 ΔE: 0.67), saving $46 per gallon.

What undertones does Hale Navy have?

Benjamin Moore Hale Navy features Deep Navy, Steel Gray, Maritime Blue undertones. It performs best when paired with clean white trim such as Pure White.

Benjamin MooreCode: HC-154Blues

Hale Navy

Often called 'The King of Navies'. Hale Navy is a timeless classic with substantial gray undertones that prevent it from screaming primary blue.

Dominant Undertones:

Deep NavySteel GrayMaritime Blue

Est. Price: $94/gal

LRV (Reflectance)

8.3/ 100

Max Dupe Savings

$46/gal

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Benjamin MooreHC-154

Hale Navy

HEX: #2A3644 • LRV: 8.3

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🔬 Scientific Color BreakdownD65 Standard Illuminant

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

Hexadecimal

#2A3644

Web & Digital

sRGB Values

42, 54, 68

Red, Green, Blue

LRV

8.3%

Absorbs Light

HSL

212°, 24%, 22%

Hue, Sat, Light

CMYK

38,21,0,73

Print coordinates

Brand Tier

premium

$94/gal MSRP

Top Budget Dupes for Hale Navy

CIEDE2000 Ranked

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

💸 Potential Whole-House Savings:$460 (10 gal)

#1Behr Alternative

98.5% Match

Hale Navy

Benjamin Moore

$94/gal

DUPE

NYPD

Behr (N480-7)

$48/gal

💰 Saves $46 per gallon

49% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):0.67

LRV Comparison:8.3 vs 6

"Flawless Match (Undetectable difference on wall)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#2Sherwin-Williams Alternative

91.4% Match

Hale Navy

Benjamin Moore

$94/gal

DUPE

Naval

Sherwin-Williams (SW 6244)

$82/gal

💰 Saves $12 per gallon

13% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):2.3

LRV Comparison:8.3 vs 4

"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Sherwin-Williams Store

#3Farrow & Ball Alternative

77.9% Match

Hale Navy

Benjamin Moore

$94/gal

DUPE

Hague Blue

Farrow & Ball (No. 30)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):5.04

LRV Comparison:8.3 vs 7

"Good Coordinating Alternative"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#4Farrow & Ball Alternative

77.2% Match

Hale Navy

Benjamin Moore

$94/gal

DUPE

Railings

Farrow & Ball (No. 31)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):5.22

LRV Comparison:8.3 vs 5

"Good Coordinating Alternative"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

Hale 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	91.4%	2.3	$82	View Specs
Farrow & Ball	Hague Blue	No. 30	77.9%	5.04	$145	View Specs
Behr	NYPD	N480-7	98.5%	0.67	$48	View Specs
Magnolia Home	Weekend	JG-03	72.3%	6.62	$52	View Specs
Valspar	Flint Smoke	5003-1B	71.6%	6.84	$44	View Specs

Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Hale 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 Benjamin Moore Hale Navy. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Hale Navy in Behr Marquee base".

Frequently Asked Questions About Hale Navy

What is the exact HEX code and RGB for Benjamin Moore Hale Navy?

The official hexadecimal color code is #2A3644. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 42, Green: 54, Blue: 68.

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

Hale Navy has an LRV of 8.3. 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 Hale Navy?

The closest budget alternative is Behr NYPD (N480-7), scoring a 98.5% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $46 per gallon.