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Benjamin Moore Early Morning CC-818

Early Morning

Benjamin Moore

CC-818

About Early Morning by Benjamin Moore

Early Morning CC-818 by Benjamin Moore is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 42% and hue near 199° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 42%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #9bb1bb

RGB: 155, 177, 187

Hue199°

Saturation19%

Lightness67%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Early Morning CC-818 a warm or cool color?
Early Morning 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 Early Morning?
Early Morning sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 199°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Early Morning?
Brightness is about 42%. Saturation is around 19%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 67%. Hue is close to 199°. The hex value is #9bb1bb. The RGB value is 155, 177, 187.
Is Early Morning better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Early Morning 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 Early Morning?
You can match Early Morning 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 Early Morning work best in a home?
Early Morning 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 Early Morning compare to a pure white paint?
Early Morning 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 Early Morning 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 Early Morning 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 Early Morning. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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