Benjamin Moore Aurora Borealis 565

Official page:Aurora Borealis 565
Code:565
Name:Aurora Borealis
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Aurora Borealis?

Benjamin Moore 565 Aurora Borealis is a soothing and ethereal shade that evokes the enchanting beauty of the northern lights. This soft blue with hints of gray pairs effortlessly with crisp whites and pale neutrals to create a serene and calming space. The gentle undertones of Aurora Borealis make it a versatile choice for bedrooms, bathrooms, and living areas, bringing a touch of tranquility to any room. Complement this lovely hue with accents in warm metallics like gold or brass for a touch of elegance. For a modern look, consider pairing Aurora Borealis with soft blush tones or dusty rose for a subtle hint of romance.

Aurora Borealis for bedroom

We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing green shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful cool mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Aurora Borealis for living room (7 photos)

Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this green shade can create a unique space

Benjamin Moore Aurora Borealis living room interior
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Benjamin Moore Aurora Borealis living room
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Benjamin Moore Aurora Borealis japandi interior
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Benjamin Moore 565 for bathroom (2 photos)

Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully cool Mid-tone green real bathrooms.

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Benjamin Moore 565 on kitchen cabinets (4 photos)

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool green hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

Benjamin Moore Aurora Borealis kitchen cabinets
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Benjamin Moore Aurora Borealis reviews (9 photos)

View the photos of real spaces painted with this green that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

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Benjamin Moore Aurora Borealis kitchen backsplash
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What are Benjamin Moore Aurora Borealis undertones?

Aurora Borealis has a clear green undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.

HEX value:

#7AAC7A

RGB code:

122, 172, 122

Is Benjamin Moore Aurora Borealis 565 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 120°, this Green reads cool based on its HSL hue position.

565 Aurora Borealis HSL code: 120, 23%, 58%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

How light temperature affects Aurora Borealis

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Green shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Aurora Borealis:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

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Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Aurora Borealis with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 300, such as Benjamin Moore Iris Bliss and Grappa.

LRV of Aurora Borealis

Aurora Borealis has an LRV of 35.04% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 35.04%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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HEX#7AAC7ACopy color code
RGB Decimal122, 172, 122Copy color code
RGB Percent47.84%, 67.45%, 47.84%Copy color code
HSVHue: 120° Saturation: 29.07% Value: 67.45%Copy color code
HSLhsl(120, 23, 58)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 29.07 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 29.07 Key: 32.55Copy color code
YIQY: 151.35 I: -13.728 Q: -26.137Copy color code
XYZX: 26.29 Y: 35.047 Z: 23.787Copy color code
CIE LabL:65.785 a:-26.744 b:20.555Copy color code
CIE LuvL:65.785 u:-24.92 v:32.217Copy color code
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Hunter Lab59.2, -24.331, 17.618Copy color code
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