Benjamin Moore Swiss Blue 815
| Official page: | Swiss Blue 815 |
| Code: | 815 |
| Name: | Swiss Blue |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Swiss Blue?
Introducing Benjamin Moore 815 Swiss Blue, a timeless and elegant shade reminiscent of clear skies. This tranquil hue evokes a sense of calm and sophistication, making it the perfect choice for any interior space. Swiss Blue pairs beautifully with crisp white accents for a classic look, or with soft neutrals such as Benjamin Moore 976 Coastal Fog for a more modern feel. Whether used as a statement wall color or as a calming backdrop, Swiss Blue effortlessly enhances any room with its versatile charm. Elevate your space with the chic appeal of Benjamin Moore 815 Swiss Blue.
Swiss Blue for bedroom
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Swiss Blue for living room (7 photos)
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Benjamin Moore 815 for bathroom (2 photos)
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Benjamin Moore 815 on kitchen cabinets (4 photos)
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Benjamin Moore Swiss Blue reviews (9 photos)
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What are Benjamin Moore Swiss Blue undertones?
Swiss Blue 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:
#A3C1E3
RGB code:
163, 193, 227
Is Benjamin Moore Swiss Blue 815 cool or warm?
warm
cool
At 212° on the HSL hue wheel, this Blue falls clearly in the cool range.
815 Swiss Blue HSL code: 212, 53%, 76%
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 Swiss 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 Swiss 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
815
Swiss Blue
Darker shades
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Swiss 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 Swiss Blue with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 32, such as Benjamin Moore Mississippi Mud and Rural Earth.
LRV of Swiss Blue
Swiss Blue has an LRV of 52.96% 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 52.96%, 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 | #A3C1E3 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 163, 193, 227 | |
| RGB Percent | 63.92%, 75.69%, 89.02% | |
| HSV | Hue: 212° Saturation: 28.19% Value: 89.02% | |
| HSL | hsl(212, 53, 76) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 28.19 Magenta: 14.98 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 10.98 | |
| YIQ | Y: 187.906 I: -28.803 Q: 4.235 | |
| XYZ | X: 48.034 Y: 51.471 Z: 80.056 | |
| CIE Lab | L:76.963 a:-2.436 b:-20.232 | |
| CIE Luv | L:76.963 u:-16.632 v:-31.446 | |
| Decimal | 10732003 | |
| Hunter Lab | 71.743, -6.039, -15.94 | |
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