# Benjamin Moore Spectra Blue

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-spectra-blue-2049-50](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-spectra-blue-2049-50)

Benjamin Moore Spectra Blue 2049-50 is a light, airy blue-green with a clear aqua cast rather than a traditional sky-blue look. Its pale value keeps it open and reflective on walls, while the green influence gives it a slightly coastal, water-inspired character. In bright daylight, Spectra Blue can read cleaner and cooler; under warmer lamps, its softened turquoise undertone becomes more noticeable. It suits bathrooms, sunrooms, laundry rooms, and children’s spaces, especially alongside crisp white trim, pale oak, woven natural fibers, or brushed nickel. For contrast, pair this color with deep navy, charcoal, or warm terracotta accents.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Benjamin Moore
- **Color name:** Spectra Blue
- **Color code:** 2049-50
- **HEX:** #98CED0
- **RGB:** 152, 206, 208
- **LRV:** 55.88%
- **Brightness:** Mid-tone
- **Color families:** Blue
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 182° Saturation: 26.92% Value: 81.57%
- **HSL:** hsl(182, 37, 71)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 26.92 Magenta: 0.96 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 18.43
- **YIQ:** Y: 190.082 I: -32.821 Q: -10.801
- **XYZ:** X: 46.401 Y: 55.37 Z: 67.9
- **CIE Lab:** L:79.254 a:-16.876 b:-6.64
- **CIE Luv:** L:79.254 u:-26.878 v:-7.416
- **Decimal:** 10014416
- **Hunter Lab:** 74.411, -18.911, -2.014

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Behr Big Surf](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-big-surf)
- [Sherwin Williams Bora Bora Shore](https://plan-home.com/color/bora-bora-shore-sw-9045)
- [Benjamin Moore Waterfall](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-waterfall-2050-50)
- [Sherwin Williams Gentle Aquamarine](https://plan-home.com/color/gentle-aquamarine-sw-9046)
- [Benjamin Moore Lake Victoria](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-lake-victoria-668)
- [Behr Aquifer](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-aquifer)
- [Benjamin Moore Clearlake](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-clearlake-738)
- [Benjamin Moore Sonoma Skies](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-sonoma-skies-737)
- [Behr Sky Watch](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-sky-watch)
- [Benjamin Moore Sea Isle](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-sea-isle-751)
- [Sherwin Williams Raindrop](https://plan-home.com/color/raindrop-sw-6485)
- [Benjamin Moore Tranquil Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-tranquil-blue-2051-50)
- [Benjamin Moore Surf City](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-surf-city-731)
- [Sherwin Williams Spa](https://plan-home.com/color/spa-sw-6765)
- [Benjamin Moore Indigo](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-indigo-744)
- [Behr Serene Thought](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-serene-thought)
- [Sherwin Williams Cay](https://plan-home.com/color/cay-sw-6772)
- [Behr Beachside Drive](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-beachside-drive)
- [Benjamin Moore Thunderbird](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-thunderbird-675)
- [Benjamin Moore Rhythm and Blues](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-rhythm-and-blues-758)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Dolphin's Cove](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-dolphins-cove-722)
- [Benjamin Moore Spring Rain](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-spring-rain-723)
- [Benjamin Moore Arctic Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-arctic-blue-2050-60)
- [Benjamin Moore Forget Me Not](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-forget-me-not-2049-60)
- [Benjamin Moore China Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-china-blue-2052-60)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Harbor Side Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-harbor-side-blue-740)
- [Benjamin Moore Pool Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-pool-blue-2052-50)
- [Benjamin Moore Oceanic Teal](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-oceanic-teal-669)

## Complementary colors
- [Benjamin Moore Quietly Violet](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-quietly-violet-csp-415)
- [Benjamin Moore Desert Shadows](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-desert-shadows-2114-30)
- [Benjamin Moore Hint of Violet](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-hint-of-violet-2114-60)
- [Benjamin Moore Antique Pearl](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-antique-pearl-2113-70)
- [Benjamin Moore Night Shade](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-night-shade-2116-10)
- [Benjamin Moore Incense Stick](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-incense-stick-2115-20)
- [Benjamin Moore Velvet Plum](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-velvet-plum-csp-420)

Official product page: https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-colors/color/2049-50

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.