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Benjamin Moore Cool Blue 2058-40

Cool Blue

Benjamin Moore

2058-40

About Cool Blue by Benjamin Moore

Cool Blue 2058-40 by Benjamin Moore is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 28% and hue near 195° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 27.7%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #419ab7

RGB: 65, 154, 183

Hue195°

Saturation48%

Lightness49%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Cool Blue 2058-40 a warm or cool color?
Cool 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 Cool Blue?
Cool Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 195°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cool Blue?
Brightness is about 28%. Saturation is around 48%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 49%. Hue is close to 195°. The hex value is #419ab7. The RGB value is 65, 154, 183.
Is Cool Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cool 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 Cool Blue?
You can match Cool 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 Cool Blue work best in a home?
Cool 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 Cool Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Cool 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 Cool 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 Cool 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 Cool Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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