Benjamin Moore Van Courtland Blue HC-145
Official color page: | Van Courtland Blue HC-145 |
Color code: | HC-145 |
Color name: | Van Courtland Blue |
Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Van Courtland Blue?
Elevate your space with the serene sophistication of Benjamin Moore's Van Courtland Blue (HC-145). This timeless hue strikes the perfect balance between calming blue and subtle gray undertones, creating a tranquil atmosphere in any room. Pair Van Courtland Blue with crisp white accents for a classic look, or add warmth with touches of sandy beige or soft blush. Whether adorning the walls of a cozy bedroom or a chic living room, this versatile color effortlessly complements both modern and traditional decor styles. Embrace the understated elegance of Van Courtland Blue to transform your space into a haven of tranquility and style.
Van Courtland 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.
Van Courtland Blue for living room
Check out this stunning Mid-tone used in real living rooms. Explore how this Blue color shade can create a unique space
Benjamin Moore HC-145 for bathroom
Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully cool Mid-tone real bathrooms.
Benjamin Moore HC-145 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Van Courtland 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.
Benjamin Moore Van Courtland Blue reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
What are Benjamin Moore Van Courtland Blue undertones?
Blue is Benjamin Moore Van Courtland Blue undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate
HEX value
HEX value:
#86989E
RGB code:
134, 152, 158
Is Benjamin Moore Van Courtland Blue HC-145 cool or warm?
With a hue of 195° this Blue refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
HC-145 Van Courtland Blue HSL code: 195, 11%, 57%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Cool Blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool Blue undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
- Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.
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.
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Van Courtland Blue:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.
Lighter shades
Benjamin Moore HC-145 Van Courtland Blue
Darker shades
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.
Color comparison
Van Courtland Blue HC-145 vs Chiswell Blue CW-660
Can't decide between these gorgeous hues? We've got you covered with a comparison.