Benjamin Moore Captivating Teal 649
| Official page: | Captivating Teal 649 |
| Code: | 649 |
| Name: | Captivating Teal |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Captivating Teal?
Step into a world of serenity with Benjamin Moore's 649 Captivating Teal. This rich and luxurious hue effortlessly transforms any space into a sanctuary of calm and relaxation. From the bedroom to the living room, this versatile color is perfect for creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Whether used as an accent wall or to infuse an entire room with its deep blue-green charm, Captivating Teal adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to any interior. Embrace the tranquil beauty of 649 Captivating Teal and let your home radiate with timeless allure.
Benjamin Moore 649 on kitchen cabinets
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What are Benjamin Moore Captivating Teal undertones?
The undertones of Captivating Teal can be accurately described as a Green and 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#56A392
RGB code:
86, 163, 146
Is Benjamin Moore Captivating Teal 649 cool or warm?
With a hue of 167° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
649 Captivating Teal HSL code: 167, 31%, 49%
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 green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.
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 Captivating Teal
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 Green shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Captivating Teal:
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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Captivating Teal
Darker shades
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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 Captivating Teal with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 347, such as Benjamin Moore Raindrops on Roses and Aplomb.
LRV of Captivating Teal
Captivating Teal has an LRV of 31.03% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 31.03%, 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 | #56A392 | |
| RGB Decimal | 86, 163, 146 | |
| RGB Percent | 33.73%, 63.92%, 57.25% | |
| HSV | Hue: 167° Saturation: 47.24% Value: 63.92% | |
| HSL | hsl(167, 31, 49) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 47.24 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 10.43 Key: 36.08 | |
| YIQ | Y: 138.039 I: -40.421 Q: -21.579 | |
| XYZ | X: 22.121 Y: 30.246 Z: 31.859 | |
| CIE Lab | L:61.866 a:-28.075 b:1.476 | |
| CIE Luv | L:61.866 u:-34.571 v:6.494 | |
| Decimal | 5677970 | |
| Hunter Lab | 54.997, -24.448, 4.152 |
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