BLUES
Van Deusen Blue
#485B6E
Van Deusen Blue is a mid-tone blue sitting at HSL 210°, 21%, 36%. Its low saturation gives it a quiet, atmospheric quality; it reads cool — closer to shadow and depth. Designers often reach for it in bathrooms, kitchens, kids rooms — ideal for wall colors, upholstery, trim, decor accents. Looks at home next to soft whites, blonde wood, brushed nickel, natural linen.
Color Codes
Paint Matches
Benjamin Moore
Van Deusen Blue HC-156
Color Theory
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
Tetradic
Variations
Lighter
Darker
Saturation
Interior Use
Best Rooms
bathrooms, kitchens, kids rooms
Best Uses
wall colors, upholstery, trim, decor accents
Pairs With
soft whites, blonde wood, brushed nickel, natural linen
Accessibility (WCAG)
Deuteranopia
Protanopia
Tritanopia
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BUILD PALETTE WITH THIS COLOR →Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #485B6E?
#485B6E is Van Deusen Blue, a mid blue with a cool undertone.
Is #485B6E warm or cool?
Van Deusen Blue reads cool, which influences how it interacts with surrounding tones and natural light.
What rooms work best with Van Deusen Blue?
Van Deusen Blue works well in bathrooms, kitchens, kids rooms. Designers typically use it for wall colors, upholstery, trim, decor accents.
What colors pair well with Van Deusen Blue?
Van Deusen Blue pairs naturally with soft whites, blonde wood, brushed nickel, natural linen. Its complementary color is also a strong contrast option for accents.
Where can I download Van Deusen Blue?
You can download Van Deusen Blue on dsgn.house in 15 designer formats including CSS gradient, Figma, Procreate swatches, Tailwind config, Adobe ASE, SVG, and 4K wallpapers — all free.
What's the RGB value of #485B6E?
#485B6E converts to RGB 72, 91, 110.