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Benjamin Moore Covington Blue HC-138

Covington Blue

Benjamin Moore

HC-138

About Covington Blue by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 42.2%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #93b5ac

RGB: 147, 181, 172

Hue164°

Saturation19%

Lightness64%

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

Is Covington Blue HC-138 a warm or cool color?
Covington Blue by Benjamin Moore is a cool mid tone color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Covington Blue?
Covington Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 164°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Covington Blue?
Brightness is about 42%. Saturation is around 19%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 64%. Hue is close to 164°. The hex value is #93b5ac. The RGB value is 147, 181, 172.
Is Covington Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Covington Blue has brightness around 42%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Covington Blue?
You can match Covington 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 Covington Blue work best in a home?
Covington 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 Covington Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Covington Blue is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and mid tone 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 Covington 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 Covington 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 Covington Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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