Benjamin Moore Stratton Blue HC-142
| Official page: | Stratton Blue HC-142 |
| Code: | HC-142 |
| Name: | Stratton Blue |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Stratton Blue?
HC-142 Stratton Blue by Benjamin Moore is a serene and sophisticated hue, perfect for creating a calming ambiance in any space. This versatile color pairs beautifully with warm neutrals like Benjamin Moore OC-17 White Dove and Benjamin Moore HC-154 Hale Navy for a balanced and harmonious palette. Embrace a coastal chic look by mixing Stratton Blue with sandy tones such as Benjamin Moore OC-20 Pale Oak or add a touch of elegance with accents in Benjamin Moore HC-166 Kendall Charcoal. Whether you're designing a living room, bedroom, or kitchen, Stratton Blue brings a timeless and soothing quality to your decor. Elevate your interior design with the timeless allure of Benjamin Moore's HC-142 Stratton Blue.
Stratton Blue for bedroom
We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful cool Mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
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Stratton 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
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Benjamin Moore HC-142 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
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Stratton Blue for exterior
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.
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Benjamin Moore Stratton Blue reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Stratton Blue undertones?
The undertone of Stratton Blue can be accurately described as a Green 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:
#93A9A0
RGB code:
147, 169, 160
Is Benjamin Moore Stratton Blue HC-142 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 155° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
HC-142 Stratton Blue HSL code: 155, 11%, 62%
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.
- 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 Stratton 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:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Stratton 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-142
Stratton Blue
Darker shades
HC-142
Stratton 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 Stratton Blue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 335, such as Benjamin Moore Raindrops on Roses and Aplomb.
LRV of Stratton Blue
Stratton Blue has an LRV of 37.77% 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 37.77%, 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 | #93A9A0 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 147, 169, 160 | |
| RGB Percent | 57.65%, 66.27%, 62.75% | |
| HSV | Hue: 155° Saturation: 13.02% Value: 66.27% | |
| HSL | hsl(155, 11, 62) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 13.02 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 5.33 Key: 33.73 | |
| YIQ | Y: 161.396 I: -10.218 Q: -7.455 | |
| XYZ | X: 32.564 Y: 37.116 Z: 38.697 | |
| CIE Lab | L:67.364 a:-9.462 b:2.065 | |
| CIE Luv | L:67.364 u:-11.547 v:4.573 | |
| Decimal | 9677216 | |
| Hunter Lab | 60.923, -11.207, 4.987 | |
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