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Citadel

Benjamin Moore

CC-936

About Citadel by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 37.2%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #93a6be

RGB: 147, 166, 190

Hue214°

Saturation25%

Lightness66%

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These are close matches to Citadel from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Citadel looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Citadel CC-936 a warm or cool color?
Citadel 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 Citadel?
Citadel sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 214°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Citadel?
Brightness is about 37%. Saturation is around 25%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 66%. Hue is close to 214°. The hex value is #93a6be. The RGB value is 147, 166, 190.
Is Citadel better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Citadel has brightness around 37%. 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 Citadel?
You can match Citadel 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 Citadel work best in a home?
Citadel 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 Citadel compare to a pure white paint?
Citadel 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 Citadel in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Citadel

Benjamin Moore

CC-936

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Citadel in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Citadel

Benjamin Moore

CC-936

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Citadel. They add contrast without clashing.

Citadel

Benjamin Moore

CC-936

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

KALEIDOSCOPE

Glidden

PPG1160-4

Solitude

Sherwin Williams

SW6535

Cosmos

Sherwin Williams

SW6528

INEVITABLE

Glidden

PPG10-24