Benjamin Moore Mill Springs Blue HC-137
| Official page: | Mill Springs Blue HC-137 |
| Code: | HC-137 |
| Name: | Mill Springs Blue |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Mill Springs Blue?
Elevate your space with the soothing charm of Benjamin Moore's Mill Springs Blue, also known as HC-137. This serene shade brings a sense of tranquility and sophistication to any room, making it perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, or living areas. Pair Mill Springs Blue with crisp whites for a classic look, or complement it with soft greys and blush pinks for a more contemporary feel. Whether you're looking to create a relaxing retreat or a stylish sanctuary, this versatile color is sure to inspire a sense of calm and elegance in your home. Discover the timeless appeal of Mill Springs Blue and transform your space into a design masterpiece.
Mill Springs Blue for living room
Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Green shade can create a unique space
Benjamin Moore HC-137 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Benjamin Moore Mill Springs Blue reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Mill Springs Blue undertones?
The undertones of Mill Springs Blue can be accurately described as a Green and 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#7DA19A
RGB code:
125, 161, 154
Is Benjamin Moore Mill Springs Blue HC-137 cool or warm?
With a hue of 168° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
HC-137 Mill Springs Blue HSL code: 168, 16%, 56%
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 green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- 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.
- Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.
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 Mill Springs 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 Green shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Mill Springs 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
HC-137
Mill Springs Blue
Darker shades
HC-137
Mill Springs Blue
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 Mill Springs Blue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 348, such as Benjamin Moore Raindrops on Roses and Aplomb.
LRV of Mill Springs Blue
Mill Springs Blue has an LRV of 33.57% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 33.57%, 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 | #7DA19A | |
| RGB Decimal | 125, 161, 154 | |
| RGB Percent | 49.02%, 63.14%, 60.39% | |
| HSV | Hue: 168° Saturation: 22.36% Value: 63.14% | |
| HSL | hsl(168, 16, 56) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 22.36 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 4.35 Key: 36.86 | |
| YIQ | Y: 149.438 I: -19.203 Q: -9.794 | |
| XYZ | X: 27.033 Y: 32.182 Z: 35.35 | |
| CIE Lab | L:63.493 a:-13.824 b:-0.403 | |
| CIE Luv | L:63.493 u:-18.363 v:1.648 | |
| Decimal | 8233370 | |
| Hunter Lab | 56.729, -14.216, 2.764 |
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