Benjamin Moore Fantasy Blue 716
| Official page: | Fantasy Blue 716 |
| Code: | 716 |
| Name: | Fantasy Blue |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Fantasy Blue?
Benjamin Moore 716, also known as Fantasy Blue, is a serene and captivating hue perfect for creating a relaxing retreat in any space. This soft and subtle blue tone pairs beautifully with crisp whites, soft grays, and warm natural wood accents. Incorporating touches of Benjamin Moore 716 into your decor scheme can evoke a sense of calm and tranquility, making it ideal for bedrooms, bathrooms, or living rooms. Whether used as a main wall color or in accents like throw pillows or artwork, Fantasy Blue adds a touch of sophistication and elegance to any room. Explore the versatility of Benjamin Moore 716 and bring a soothing ambiance to your home today.
Fantasy Blue for bedroom
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Fantasy Blue for living room
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Benjamin Moore 716 for bathroom
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Benjamin Moore 716 on kitchen cabinets
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Benjamin Moore Fantasy Blue reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Fantasy Blue undertones?
The undertone of Fantasy 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
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HEX value
HEX value:
#C2D5D6
RGB code:
194, 213, 214
Is Benjamin Moore Fantasy Blue 716 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 183° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
716 Fantasy Blue HSL code: 183, 20%, 80%
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.
- Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.
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 Fantasy 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 Blue shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Fantasy 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
716
Fantasy Blue
Darker shades
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 Fantasy Blue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 3, such as Benjamin Moore Quietly Violet and Desert Shadows.
LRV of Fantasy Blue
Fantasy Blue has an LRV of 63.33% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 63.33%, 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 | #C2D5D6 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 194, 213, 214 | |
| RGB Percent | 76.08%, 83.53%, 83.92% | |
| HSV | Hue: 183° Saturation: 9.35% Value: 83.92% | |
| HSL | hsl(183, 20, 80) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 9.35 Magenta: 0.47 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 16.08 | |
| YIQ | Y: 207.433 I: -11.643 Q: -3.708 | |
| XYZ | X: 58.176 Y: 63.912 Z: 72.871 | |
| CIE Lab | L:83.92 a:-6.162 b:-2.667 | |
| CIE Luv | L:83.92 u:-10.349 v:-3.009 | |
| Decimal | 12768726 | |
| Hunter Lab | 79.945, -10.008, 1.918 | |
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