Benjamin Moore Oceanic Teal 669
| Official page: | Oceanic Teal 669 |
| Code: | 669 |
| Name: | Oceanic Teal |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Oceanic Teal?
The distinct and inviting Oceanic Teal color by Benjamin Moore with the code 669 adds a refreshing touch to any space. This color pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like ivory or sandy beige for a harmonious and balanced look. Elevate the ambiance by incorporating accents in shades of warm coral or rich chestnut brown, which complement the Oceanic Teal beautifully. With its versatile and calming presence, Oceanic Teal (669) is a timeless choice for creating a serene atmosphere with a hint of sophistication.
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What are Benjamin Moore Oceanic Teal undertones?
Oceanic Teal has a clear blue undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#87C5C2
RGB code:
135, 197, 194
Is Benjamin Moore Oceanic Teal 669 cool or warm?
At 177° on the HSL hue wheel, this Blue falls clearly in the cool range.
669 Oceanic Teal HSL code: 177, 35%, 65%
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.
How light temperature affects Oceanic Teal
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:


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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Oceanic Teal:
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
669
Oceanic Teal
Darker shades
669
Oceanic Teal
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 Oceanic Teal with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 357, such as Benjamin Moore Raindrops on Roses and Aplomb.
LRV of Oceanic Teal
Oceanic Teal has an LRV of 49.56% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half 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 49.56%, 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 | #87C5C2 | |
| RGB Decimal | 135, 197, 194 | |
| RGB Percent | 52.94%, 77.25%, 76.08% | |
| HSV | Hue: 177° Saturation: 31.47% Value: 77.25% | |
| HSL | hsl(177, 35, 65) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 31.47 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 1.52 Key: 22.75 | |
| YIQ | Y: 178.12 I: -35.982 Q: -14.049 | |
| XYZ | X: 39.692 Y: 48.976 Z: 58.386 | |
| CIE Lab | L:75.437 a:-20.394 b:-4.836 | |
| CIE Luv | L:75.437 u:-30.037 v:-4.024 | |
| Decimal | 8897986 | |
| Hunter Lab | 69.983, -21.232, -0.477 |
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