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Benjamin Moore Exhale AF-515

Exhale

Benjamin Moore

AF-515

About Exhale by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 45.5%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #9fb8c1

RGB: 159, 184, 193

Hue196°

Saturation22%

Lightness69%

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

Is Exhale AF-515 a warm or cool color?
Exhale 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 Exhale?
Exhale sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 196°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Exhale?
Brightness is about 46%. Saturation is around 22%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 69%. Hue is close to 196°. The hex value is #9fb8c1. The RGB value is 159, 184, 193.
Is Exhale better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Exhale has brightness around 46%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Exhale?
You can match Exhale 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 Exhale work best in a home?
Exhale 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 Exhale compare to a pure white paint?
Exhale 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 Exhale 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 Exhale 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 Exhale. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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