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Benjamin Moore Baby's Breath 873

Baby's Breath

Benjamin Moore

873

About Baby's Breath by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 83.3%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #eaece8

RGB: 234, 236, 232

Hue90°

Saturation10%

Lightness92%

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Baby's Breath looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Baby's Breath 873 a warm or cool color?
Baby's Breath by Benjamin Moore is a neutral light color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Baby's Breath?
Baby's Breath sits in the green family. Its hue is about 90°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Baby's Breath?
Brightness is about 83%. Saturation is around 10%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 92%. Hue is close to 90°. The hex value is #eaece8. The RGB value is 234, 236, 232.
Is Baby's Breath better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Baby's Breath has brightness around 83%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Baby's Breath?
You can match Baby's Breath 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 Baby's Breath work best in a home?
Baby's Breath is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft neutral backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Baby's Breath compare to a pure white paint?
Baby's Breath is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and light 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 Baby's Breath 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 Baby's Breath 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 Baby's Breath. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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