Benjamin Moore Athens Blue 797
| Official color page: | Athens Blue 797 |
| Color code: | 797 |
| Color name: | Athens Blue |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Athens Blue?
Immerse your space in the timeless elegance of Benjamin Moore 797 Athens Blue. This rich and sophisticated hue adds a touch of luxury to any room, creating a serene atmosphere with a hint of drama. Pair Athens Blue with crisp white accents for a classic and clean look, or combine it with warm neutrals like Benjamin Moore Simply White OC-117 for a cozy and inviting feel. Elevate your decor with touches of gold or brass to accentuate Athens Blue's regal undertones. With its versatility and depth, Benjamin Moore 797 Athens Blue is the perfect choice for those looking to create a refined and striking space.
Athens Blue for bedroom
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We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful cool Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Athens Blue for living room
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Check out this stunning Dark used in real living rooms. Explore how this Blue color shade can create a unique space
Benjamin Moore 797 for bathroom
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Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully cool Dark real bathrooms.
Benjamin Moore 797 on kitchen cabinets
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Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Benjamin Moore Athens Blue reviews
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View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
What are Benjamin Moore Athens Blue undertones?
Blue is Benjamin Moore Athens Blue undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate
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HEX value
HEX value:
#3D74AC
RGB code:
61, 116, 172
Is Benjamin Moore Athens Blue 797 cool or warm?
warm colors
cool colors
With a hue of 210° this Blue refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
797 Athens Blue HSL code: 210, 48%, 46%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Cool Blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool Blue undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
- Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.
Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Athens Blue:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.
Lighter shades
Benjamin Moore 797 Athens Blue
Darker shades
Benjamin Moore 797 Athens Blue
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.
Color comparison
Athens Blue 797 vs Chicago Blues 804
Are you struggling to choose between these two hues for your next project? Our comparison will help you choose the ideal color for your space.
LRV: 18.7%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 17.6%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: cold
Athens Blue 797 vs Finley Blue CW-620
Our comparison will assist you in determining which shade will complement your space.
LRV: 18.7%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 22.28%
Medium color
Temperature: cold