Benjamin Moore Montpelier AF-555
| Official page: | Montpelier AF-555 |
| Code: | AF-555 |
| Name: | Montpelier |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Montpelier?
Benjamin Moore AF-555 Montpelier is a versatile and sophisticated hue that pairs beautifully with warm neutrals like off-white and beige. This color creates a sense of elegance and tranquility in any space, making it ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, or any area where you want to create a calm and inviting atmosphere. Pairing Montpelier with light grey or soft pastels can enhance its timeless appeal and bring a subtle touch of modernity to the overall look. Whether used as an accent or a main color, AF-555 Montpelier adds a touch of refined style to any interior scheme.
Montpelier for exterior
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Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
What are Benjamin Moore Montpelier undertones?
The undertone of Montpelier 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#718087
RGB code:
113, 128, 135
Is Benjamin Moore Montpelier AF-555 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 199° this Blue refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
AF-555 Montpelier HSL code: 199, 9%, 49%
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.
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Montpelier:
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 decor, it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
AF-555
Montpelier
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 Montpelier with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 19, such as Benjamin Moore Quietly Violet and Desert Shadows.