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Benjamin Moore Fair Isle Blue CSP-715

Fair Isle Blue

Benjamin Moore

CSP-715

About Fair Isle Blue by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 13.8%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #496e73

RGB: 73, 110, 115

Hue187°

Saturation22%

Lightness37%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Fair Isle Blue CSP-715 a warm or cool color?
Fair Isle 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 Fair Isle Blue?
Fair Isle Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 187°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Fair Isle Blue?
Brightness is about 14%. Saturation is around 22%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 37%. Hue is close to 187°. The hex value is #496e73. The RGB value is 73, 110, 115.
Is Fair Isle Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Fair Isle Blue has brightness around 14%. 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 Fair Isle Blue?
You can match Fair Isle 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 Fair Isle Blue work best in a home?
Fair Isle 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 Fair Isle Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Fair Isle 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 Fair Isle 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 Fair Isle 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 Fair Isle Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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