What is the HEX code for Benjamin Moore Slate Blue?

The hexadecimal color code for Benjamin Moore Slate Blue undertone is #9BB1BB .

What is the RGB code of Benjamin Moore Slate Blue?

RGB code is 155, 177, 187 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Benjamin Moore Slate Blue / CC-818 / Early Morning / 1648

Q: Is Benjamin Moore Slate Blue 1648 cool or warm?

Benjamin Moore 1648 Slate Blue is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Benjamin Moore Slate Blue undertones?

Blue is Benjamin Moore Slate Blue undertone color.

Official page:	Slate Blue 1648
Code:	1648
Name:	Slate Blue
Brand:	Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Slate Blue?

Ah, Slate Blue - the soothing hue that effortlessly merges tranquility with sophistication. Benjamin Moore 1648 envelops any space in a sense of calm and balance, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and home offices. This versatile shade evokes a sense of serenity, making it an ideal choice for creating a peaceful retreat for relaxation or focus. Whether paired with crisp whites for a clean and contemporary look or rich woods for a touch of warmth, Benjamin Moore 1648 Slate Blue adds a touch of elegance to any room. Embrace the timeless charm of this captivating color and transform your space into a sanctuary of style and grace.

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What are Benjamin Moore Slate Blue undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#9BB1BB

RGB code:

155, 177, 187

Is Benjamin Moore Slate Blue 1648 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 199° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

1648 Slate Blue HSL code: 199, 19%, 67%

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.
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 Slate 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 Blue shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Slate 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

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Darker shades

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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 Slate Blue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 19, such as Benjamin Moore Quietly Violet and Desert Shadows.

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LRV of Slate Blue

Slate Blue has an LRV of 43.21% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident light. Why 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 43.21%, 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	#9BB1BB
RGB Decimal	155, 177, 187
RGB Percent	60.78%, 69.41%, 73.33%
HSV	Hue: 199° Saturation: 17.11% Value: 73.33%
HSL	hsl(199, 19, 67)
CMYK	Cyan: 17.11 Magenta: 5.35 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 26.67
YIQ	Y: 171.562 I: -16.323 Q: -1.542
XYZ	X: 38.206 Y: 42.0 Z: 53.094
CIE Lab	L:70.871 a:-5.435 b:-7.642
CIE Luv	L:70.871 u:-12.118 v:-10.626
Decimal	10203579
Hunter Lab	64.807, -8.18, -3.209