CC-968

Benjamin Moore Basic Blue

Benjamin Moore Basic Blue CC-968 paint color review

What does the color Basic Blue CC-968 look like in real spaces? Browse through a full Basic Blue paint color review. Take a look at interior and exterior used Basic Blue CC-968 on living room walls, bedroom and kitchen cabinets. Accent walls, color zoning and trim colors go with Benjamin Moore Basic Blue CC-968.

Color code:

CC-968

Color name:

Basic Blue

Brand:

Benjamin Moore

LRV of Benjamin Moore Basic Blue CC-968

Benjamin Moore Basic Blue CC-968 has an LRV of 8.42% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect light

Color paint LRV values

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

What are Benjamin Moore Basic Blue undertones?

Blue is Benjamin Moore Basic Blue undertone color.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#3F457D

RGB code:

63, 69, 125

Is Benjamin Moore Basic Blue CC-968 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

Benjamin Moore CC-968 Basic Blue is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

CC-968 Basic Blue HSL code: 234, 33%, 37%

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.

CC-968 Basic Blue monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

A monochromatic color scheme is a color palette that consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. This means using variations of one hue, such as different shades of blue, green, or red, to create a harmonious and cohesive look.

Darker shades

Benjamin Moore CC-968 Basic Blue

CC-968 Basic Blue complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

A complementary color scheme is a color combination that uses two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel, such as red and green, blue and orange, or yellow and purple. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Benjamin Moore Basic Blue CC-968 vs Benjamin Moore Prussian Blue CW-625

Unsure whether to use Benjamin Moore Basic Blue CC-968 or Benjamin Moore Prussian Blue CW-625 in your design? Let's compare the two colors to help you make the right decision.

Benjamin Moore Basic Blue CC-968 vs Benjamin Moore Prussian Blue CW-625Benjamin Moore Basic Blue CC-968
LRV: 8.42%
Dark color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 12.17%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: cold

Benjamin Moore Basic Blue CC-968 vs Benjamin Moore Grape Gum 2068-20

Choosing between Benjamin Moore Basic Blue CC-968 and Benjamin Moore Grape Gum 2068-20 for your space? Discover the key differences and which shade could be the perfect fit for you.

Benjamin Moore Basic Blue CC-968 vs Benjamin Moore Grape Gum 2068-20Benjamin Moore Basic Blue CC-968
LRV: 8.42%
Dark color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 7.21%
Dark color
Temperature: cold
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