Benjamin Moore Water Drops 659
| Official page: | Water Drops 659 |
| Code: | 659 |
| Name: | Water Drops |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Water Drops?
The Benjamin Moore 659 Water Drops color is a serene and tranquil hue that evokes a sense of calm and purity. It is a soothing shade that resembles clear, refreshing water under a bright sky. This color pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like ivory and taupe, adding a touch of freshness to any space. Complement Water Drops with accents in shades of coral or seafoam for a coastal-inspired look that brings a sense of relaxation and harmony to your interior.
Water Drops 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 Light paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Water Drops for living room
Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Blue shade can create a unique space
Benjamin Moore 659 for bathroom
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Benjamin Moore 659 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Benjamin Moore Water Drops reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Water Drops undertones?
The undertone of Water Drops 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#C2E7DD
RGB code:
194, 231, 221
Is Benjamin Moore Water Drops 659 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 164° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
659 Water Drops HSL code: 164, 44%, 83%
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.
- Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.
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 Water Drops
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:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Water Drops:
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
659
Water Drops
Darker shades
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 Water Drops with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 344, such as Benjamin Moore Raindrops on Roses and Aplomb.
LRV of Water Drops
Water Drops has an LRV of 72.99% and refers to Off‑White 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 72.99%, 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 | #C2E7DD |  |
| RGB Decimal | 194, 231, 221 | |
| RGB Percent | 76.08%, 90.59%, 86.67% | |
| HSV | Hue: 164° Saturation: 16.02% Value: 90.59% | |
| HSL | hsl(164, 44, 83) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 16.02 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 4.33 Key: 9.41 | |
| YIQ | Y: 218.797 I: -18.835 Q: -10.939 | |
| XYZ | X: 63.871 Y: 73.84 Z: 79.274 | |
| CIE Lab | L:88.847 a:-13.976 b:0.847 | |
| CIE Luv | L:88.847 u:-19.121 v:3.718 | |
| Decimal | 12773341 | |
| Hunter Lab | 85.93, -17.701, 5.453 | |
Color equivalents
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Antigua Aqua
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Caribbean Breeze
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Outer Sphere
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Aquatint
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Ocean Spray
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