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Benjamin Moore California Blue 2060-20

California Blue

Benjamin Moore

2060-20

About California Blue by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 7.8%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #005381

RGB: 0, 83, 129

Hue201°

Saturation100%

Lightness25%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is California Blue 2060-20 a warm or cool color?
California Blue 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 California Blue?
California Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 201°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for California Blue?
Brightness is about 8%. Saturation is around 100%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 25%. Hue is close to 201°. The hex value is #005381. The RGB value is 0, 83, 129.
Is California Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
California Blue has brightness around 8%. 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 California Blue?
You can match California Blue 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 California Blue work best in a home?
California Blue 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 California Blue compare to a pure white paint?
California Blue 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 California Blue 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 California Blue 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 California Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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