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Benjamin Moore Gentle Breeze 589

Gentle Breeze

Benjamin Moore

589

About Gentle Breeze by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 71.3%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #b1e7d4

RGB: 177, 231, 212

Hue159°

Saturation53%

Lightness80%

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

Is Gentle Breeze 589 a warm or cool color?
Gentle Breeze by Benjamin Moore is a cool light color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Gentle Breeze?
Gentle Breeze sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 159°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Gentle Breeze?
Brightness is about 71%. Saturation is around 53%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 80%. Hue is close to 159°. The hex value is #b1e7d4. The RGB value is 177, 231, 212.
Is Gentle Breeze better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Gentle Breeze has brightness around 71%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Gentle Breeze?
You can match Gentle Breeze 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 Gentle Breeze work best in a home?
Gentle Breeze is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft cool backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Gentle Breeze compare to a pure white paint?
Gentle Breeze is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and light 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 Gentle Breeze 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 Gentle Breeze 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 Gentle Breeze. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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