Benjamin Moore Bainbridge Blue 749
| Official page: | Bainbridge Blue 749 |
| Code: | 749 |
| Name: | Bainbridge Blue |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Bainbridge Blue?
The deep and sophisticated allure of Benjamin Moore 749 Bainbridge Blue adds a touch of elegance to any space. This rich color pairs beautifully with crisp white accents, creating a classic and timeless look. For a more modern aesthetic, consider pairing Bainbridge Blue with soft neutrals like warm grays or sandy beiges. The versatility of this color allows for endless design possibilities, making it a popular choice for both traditional and contemporary interiors. Achieve a harmonious and stylish atmosphere by incorporating Benjamin Moore 749 Bainbridge Blue into your color palette.
Bainbridge Blue for bedroom
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Bainbridge Blue for living room
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Benjamin Moore 749 on kitchen cabinets
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Benjamin Moore Bainbridge Blue reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Bainbridge Blue undertones?
The undertone of Bainbridge Blue can be accurately described as a Blue hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#33677B
RGB code:
51, 103, 123
Is Benjamin Moore Bainbridge Blue 749 cool or warm?
With a hue of 197° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
749 Bainbridge Blue HSL code: 197, 41%, 34%
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.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.
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.
How light temperature affects Bainbridge Blue
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 sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this dark blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Bainbridge Blue:
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.
Lighter shades
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Bainbridge Blue
Darker shades
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Bainbridge Blue
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 Bainbridge Blue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 17, such as Benjamin Moore Quietly Violet and Desert Shadows.
LRV of Bainbridge Blue
Bainbridge Blue has an LRV of 13.92% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why LRV is important?
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 13.92%, 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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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #33677B | |
| RGB Decimal | 51, 103, 123 | |
| RGB Percent | 20.00%, 40.39%, 48.24% | |
| HSV | Hue: 197° Saturation: 58.54% Value: 48.24% | |
| HSL | hsl(197, 41, 34) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 58.54 Magenta: 16.26 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 51.76 | |
| YIQ | Y: 89.732 I: -37.414 Q: -4.776 | |
| XYZ | X: 9.789 Y: 11.833 Z: 20.502 | |
| CIE Lab | L:40.95 a:-11.104 b:-16.442 | |
| CIE Luv | L:40.95 u:-21.538 v:-21.438 | |
| Decimal | 3368827 | |
| Hunter Lab | 34.4, -9.404, -11.256 |
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