# Benjamin Moore China Blue

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-china-blue-2052-60](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-china-blue-2052-60)

Benjamin Moore China Blue 2052-60 is a light, airy blue with a noticeable aqua cast, created by its soft green undertone. Its pale value keeps it from feeling icy, while the blue-green balance gives walls a clean, lightly washed appearance. In bright natural light, China Blue reads clearer and a touch more aquatic; under warmer indoor lighting, it can appear gentler and slightly muted. It suits bathrooms, laundry rooms, sunrooms, or bedroom walls, especially alongside crisp white trim, pale oak, brushed nickel, and natural linen. For contrast, pair this color with deeper navy accents or charcoal details rather than overly warm reds or oranges.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Benjamin Moore
- **Color name:** China Blue
- **Color code:** 2052-60
- **HEX:** #B3DBDE
- **RGB:** 179, 219, 222
- **LRV:** 65.01%
- **Brightness:** Light
- **Color families:** Blue
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 184° Saturation: 19.37% Value: 87.06%
- **HSL:** hsl(184, 39, 79)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 19.37 Magenta: 1.35 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 12.94
- **YIQ:** Y: 207.382 I: -24.8 Q: -7.528
- **XYZ:** X: 57.102 Y: 65.519 Z: 78.725
- **CIE Lab:** L:84.75 a:-12.37 b:-5.799
- **CIE Luv:** L:84.75 u:-20.762 v:-6.869
- **Decimal:** 11787230
- **Hunter Lab:** 80.944, -15.728, -1.004

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Benjamin Moore Seabrook](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-seabrook-750)
- [Benjamin Moore Skyscraper](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-skyscraper-765)
- [Benjamin Moore Picture Perfect](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-picture-perfect-743)
- [Benjamin Moore Spring Rain](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-spring-rain-723)
- [Behr Basin Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-basin-blue)
- [Sherwin Williams Quench Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/quench-blue-sw-6785)
- [Benjamin Moore Dolphin's Cove](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-dolphins-cove-722)
- [Behr Beachside Drive](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-beachside-drive)
- [Sherwin Williams Blue Bauble](https://plan-home.com/color/blue-bauble-sw-6948)
- [Benjamin Moore Tear Drop Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-tear-drop-blue-2053-60)
- [Benjamin Moore Old Pickup Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-old-pickup-blue-2054-60)
- [Sherwin Williams Jetstream](https://plan-home.com/color/jetstream-sw-6492)
- [Benjamin Moore Sea Isle](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-sea-isle-751)
- [Benjamin Moore Forget Me Not](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-forget-me-not-2049-60)
- [Benjamin Moore Blue Diamond](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-blue-diamond-736)
- [Benjamin Moore Bird's Egg](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-birds-egg-2051-60)
- [Behr Crystal Falls](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-crystal-falls)
- [Sherwin Williams Minor Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/minor-blue-sw-6792)
- [Behr Balboa](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-balboa)
- [Sherwin Williams Pool Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/pool-blue-sw-6944)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Morning Sky Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-morning-sky-blue-2053-70)
- [Benjamin Moore Forget Me Not](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-forget-me-not-2049-60)
- [Benjamin Moore Tear Drop Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-tear-drop-blue-2053-60)
- [Benjamin Moore Picture Perfect](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-picture-perfect-743)
- [Benjamin Moore Clear Skies](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-clear-skies-2054-70)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Pool Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-pool-blue-2052-50)
- [Benjamin Moore Spectra Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-spectra-blue-2049-50)
- [Benjamin Moore Un-Teal We Meet Again](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-un-teal-we-meet-again-739)
- [Benjamin Moore Indigo](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-indigo-744)
- [Benjamin Moore Spring Rain](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-spring-rain-723)

## Complementary colors
- [Benjamin Moore Quietly Violet](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-quietly-violet-csp-415)
- [Benjamin Moore Desert Shadows](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-desert-shadows-2114-30)
- [Benjamin Moore Hint of Violet](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-hint-of-violet-2114-60)
- [Benjamin Moore Antique Pearl](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-antique-pearl-2113-70)
- [Benjamin Moore Night Shade](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-night-shade-2116-10)
- [Benjamin Moore Brownstone](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-brownstone-csp-240)
- [Benjamin Moore Studio Clay](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-studio-clay-csp-380)

Official product page: https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-colors/color/2052-60

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.