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Benjamin Moore Grandma's Sweater 787

Grandma's Sweater

Benjamin Moore

787

About Grandma's Sweater by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 55.3%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #94cce7

RGB: 148, 204, 231

Hue200°

Saturation63%

Lightness74%

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Grandma's Sweater looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Grandma's Sweater 787 a warm or cool color?
Grandma's Sweater 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 Grandma's Sweater?
Grandma's Sweater sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 200°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Grandma's Sweater?
Brightness is about 55%. Saturation is around 63%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 74%. Hue is close to 200°. The hex value is #94cce7. The RGB value is 148, 204, 231.
Is Grandma's Sweater better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Grandma's Sweater has brightness around 55%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Grandma's Sweater?
You can match Grandma's Sweater 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 Grandma's Sweater work best in a home?
Grandma's Sweater 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 Grandma's Sweater compare to a pure white paint?
Grandma's Sweater 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 Grandma's Sweater 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 Grandma's Sweater 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 Grandma's Sweater. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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