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Benjamin Moore Chiswell Blue CW-660

Chiswell Blue

Benjamin Moore

CW-660

About Chiswell Blue by Benjamin Moore

Chiswell Blue CW-660 by Benjamin Moore is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 28% and hue near 201° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 27.6%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #81929b

RGB: 129, 146, 155

Hue201°

Saturation12%

Lightness56%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Chiswell Blue CW-660 a warm or cool color?
Chiswell 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 Chiswell Blue?
Chiswell 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 Chiswell Blue?
Brightness is about 28%. Saturation is around 12%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 56%. Hue is close to 201°. The hex value is #81929b. The RGB value is 129, 146, 155.
Is Chiswell Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Chiswell Blue 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 Chiswell Blue?
You can match Chiswell 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 Chiswell Blue work best in a home?
Chiswell 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 Chiswell Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Chiswell 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 Chiswell 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 Chiswell 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 Chiswell Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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