Benjamin Moore Caribbean Teal 2123-20

Official page:Caribbean Teal 2123-20
Code:2123-20
Name:Caribbean Teal
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Caribbean Teal?

The vibrant and calming nature of Benjamin Moore 2123-20 pairs beautifully with earthy tones like warm beiges and creamy whites. When combined with deep navy blues or rich emerald greens, Caribbean Teal achieves a sophisticated and elegant look. The versatility of this hue allows it to effortlessly complement a variety of styles, from modern and sleek to traditional and cozy. Whether used as a main accent color or as a subtle pop in a space, Benjamin Moore Caribbean Teal 2123-20 adds a refreshing and inviting touch to any room.

Benjamin Moore 2123-20 on kitchen cabinets

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

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Caribbean Teal for exterior

Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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Benjamin Moore Caribbean Teal reviews

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.

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What are Benjamin Moore Caribbean Teal undertones?

The undertone of Caribbean Teal 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#627C7A

RGB code:

98, 124, 122

Is Benjamin Moore Caribbean Teal 2123-20 cool or warm?

warm
Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 175° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

2123-20 Caribbean Teal HSL code: 175, 12%, 44%

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 Caribbean 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 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 dark blue shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Caribbean Teal:

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.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

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 Caribbean Teal with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 355, such as Benjamin Moore Raindrops on Roses and Aplomb.

LRV of Caribbean Teal

Caribbean Teal has an LRV of 19.84% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 19.84%, 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#627C7ACopy color code
RGB Decimal98, 124, 122Copy color code
RGB Percent38.43%, 48.63%, 47.84%Copy color code
HSVHue: 175° Saturation: 20.97% Value: 48.63%Copy color code
HSLhsl(175, 12, 44)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 20.97 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 1.61 Key: 51.37Copy color code
YIQY: 115.998 I: -14.851 Q: -6.122Copy color code
XYZX: 15.756 Y: 18.417 Z: 21.132Copy color code
CIE LabL:49.998 a:-9.804 b:-2.006Copy color code
CIE LuvL:49.998 u:-13.327 v:-1.276Copy color code
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Hunter Lab42.915, -9.563, 0.845Copy color code
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