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Benjamin Moore Aspen Skies 1656

Aspen Skies

Benjamin Moore

1656

About Aspen Skies by Benjamin Moore

Aspen Skies 1656 by Benjamin Moore is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 45% and hue near 196° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 45.2%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #95b9c6

RGB: 149, 185, 198

Hue196°

Saturation30%

Lightness68%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Aspen Skies from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Aspen Skies looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Aspen Skies 1656 a warm or cool color?
Aspen Skies by Benjamin Moore is a cool mid tone color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Aspen Skies?
Aspen Skies sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 196°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Aspen Skies?
Brightness is about 45%. Saturation is around 30%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 68%. Hue is close to 196°. The hex value is #95b9c6. The RGB value is 149, 185, 198.
Is Aspen Skies better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Aspen Skies has brightness around 45%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Aspen Skies?
You can match Aspen Skies with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Aspen Skies work best in a home?
Aspen Skies works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Aspen Skies compare to a pure white paint?
Aspen Skies is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Aspen Skies in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Aspen Skies in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Aspen Skies. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Aspen Skies. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.