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Benjamin Moore Delano Waters 766

Delano Waters

Benjamin Moore

766

About Delano Waters by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 61.1%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #a0d6e2

RGB: 160, 214, 226

Hue191°

Saturation53%

Lightness76%

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

Is Delano Waters 766 a warm or cool color?
Delano Waters 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 Delano Waters?
Delano Waters sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 191°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Delano Waters?
Brightness is about 61%. Saturation is around 53%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 76%. Hue is close to 191°. The hex value is #a0d6e2. The RGB value is 160, 214, 226.
Is Delano Waters better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Delano Waters has brightness around 61%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Delano Waters?
You can match Delano Waters 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 Delano Waters work best in a home?
Delano Waters 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 Delano Waters compare to a pure white paint?
Delano Waters 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 Delano Waters 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 Delano Waters 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 Delano Waters. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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