Benjamin Moore Hidden Sapphire CSP-690
| Official page: | Hidden Sapphire CSP-690 |
| Code: | CSP-690 |
| Name: | Hidden Sapphire |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Hidden Sapphire?
Step into a realm of sophistication and tranquility with Benjamin Moore Hidden Sapphire (CSP-690). This rich and mysterious shade of blue evokes a sense of calm and elegance, making it perfect for creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere in bedrooms and living rooms. The deep tones of Hidden Sapphire (CSP-690) add depth and character to any space, while its versatility allows it to seamlessly blend with both modern and traditional decor styles. Enhance your home with a touch of luxury by incorporating Hidden Sapphire (CSP-690) into your interior design scheme. Let this exquisite color transform your space into a sanctuary of style and serenity.
Hidden Sapphire for living room
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Benjamin Moore CSP-690 for bathroom
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Benjamin Moore CSP-690 on kitchen cabinets
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Benjamin Moore Hidden Sapphire reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Hidden Sapphire undertones?
The undertone of Hidden Sapphire 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#023B4E
RGB code:
2, 59, 78
Is Benjamin Moore Hidden Sapphire CSP-690 cool or warm?
With a hue of 195° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
CSP-690 Hidden Sapphire HSL code: 195, 95%, 16%
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 Hidden Sapphire
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 dark blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Hidden Sapphire:
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
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 Hidden Sapphire with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 15, such as Benjamin Moore Ryan Red and Paper Lantern.
LRV of Hidden Sapphire
Hidden Sapphire has an LRV of 6.21% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect 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 6.21%, 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 | #023B4E | |
| RGB Decimal | 2, 59, 78 | |
| RGB Percent | 0.78%, 23.14%, 30.59% | |
| HSV | Hue: 195° Saturation: 97.44% Value: 30.59% | |
| HSL | hsl(195, 95, 16) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 97.44 Magenta: 24.36 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 69.41 | |
| YIQ | Y: 44.123 I: -40.072 Q: -6.145 | |
| XYZ | X: 2.963 Y: 3.69 Z: 7.762 | |
| CIE Lab | L:22.621 a:-9.097 b:-16.34 | |
| CIE Luv | L:22.621 u:-15.463 v:-18.035 | |
| Decimal | 146254 | |
| Hunter Lab | 19.211, -6.083, -10.508 |
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