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Benjamin Moore Blue Heather 1620

Blue Heather

Benjamin Moore

1620

About Blue Heather by Benjamin Moore

Blue Heather 1620 by Benjamin Moore is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 51% and hue near 202° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 50.7%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #b1bfc7

RGB: 177, 191, 199

Hue202°

Saturation16%

Lightness74%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Blue Heather 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 Blue Heather looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Blue Heather 1620 a warm or cool color?
Blue Heather 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 Blue Heather?
Blue Heather sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 202°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Blue Heather?
Brightness is about 51%. Saturation is around 16%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 74%. Hue is close to 202°. The hex value is #b1bfc7. The RGB value is 177, 191, 199.
Is Blue Heather better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Blue Heather has brightness around 51%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Blue Heather?
You can match Blue Heather 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 Blue Heather work best in a home?
Blue Heather 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 Blue Heather compare to a pure white paint?
Blue Heather 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 Blue Heather 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 Blue Heather 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 Blue Heather. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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