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Benjamin Moore Blue Spa 2052-40

Blue Spa

Benjamin Moore

2052-40

About Blue Spa by Benjamin Moore

Blue Spa 2052-40 by Benjamin Moore is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 28% and hue near 182° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 28.4%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #499ea1

RGB: 73, 158, 161

Hue182°

Saturation38%

Lightness46%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Blue Spa 2052-40 a warm or cool color?
Blue Spa by Benjamin Moore is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Blue Spa?
Blue Spa sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 182°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Blue Spa?
Brightness is about 28%. Saturation is around 38%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 46%. Hue is close to 182°. The hex value is #499ea1. The RGB value is 73, 158, 161.
Is Blue Spa better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Blue Spa has brightness around 28%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Blue Spa?
You can match Blue Spa 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 Spa work best in a home?
Blue Spa 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 Spa compare to a pure white paint?
Blue Spa is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and deeper 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 Spa 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 Spa 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 Spa. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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