Benjamin Moore Galápagos Turquoise 2057-20

Official page:Galápagos Turquoise 2057-20
Code:2057-20
Name:Galápagos Turquoise
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Galápagos Turquoise?

Step into a world of tranquility and sophistication with Benjamin Moore Galápagos Turquoise (2057-20). This mesmerizing shade of turquoise transports you to an oasis of calm and harmony, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, or home offices where you seek a touch of serenity and relaxation. The Galápagos Turquoise paint infuses a space with a vibrant energy that is both invigorating and soothing, making it ideal for rooms where you want to create a peaceful and stylish ambiance. Let the Galápagos Turquoise (2057-20) color transform your interiors into a sanctuary of timeless elegance and rejuvenating beauty.

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What are Benjamin Moore Galápagos Turquoise undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#1F5763

RGB code:

31, 87, 99

Is Benjamin Moore Galápagos Turquoise 2057-20 cool or warm?

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cool

With a hue of 191° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

2057-20 Galápagos Turquoise HSL code: 191, 52%, 25%

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 Galápagos Turquoise

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 Galápagos Turquoise:

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

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 Galápagos Turquoise with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 11, such as Benjamin Moore Incense Stick and Velvet Plum.

LRV of Galápagos Turquoise

Galápagos Turquoise has an LRV of 9.45% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect 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 9.45%, 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#1F5763Copy color code
RGB Decimal31, 87, 99Copy color code
RGB Percent12.16%, 34.12%, 38.82%Copy color code
HSVHue: 191° Saturation: 68.69% Value: 38.82%Copy color code
HSLhsl(191, 52, 25)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 68.69 Magenta: 12.12 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 61.18Copy color code
YIQY: 71.624 I: -37.227 Q: -8.112Copy color code
XYZX: 6.224 Y: 8.008 Z: 13.019Copy color code
CIE LabL:33.999 a:-13.977 b:-12.324Copy color code
CIE LuvL:33.999 u:-20.911 v:-14.407Copy color code
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Hunter Lab28.298, -10.26, -7.468Copy color code
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