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Benjamin Moore Harbor Side Blue 740

Harbor Side Blue

Benjamin Moore

740

About Harbor Side Blue by Benjamin Moore

Harbor Side Blue 740 by Benjamin Moore is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 39% and hue near 183° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 38.8%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #5cb5b9

RGB: 92, 181, 185

Hue183°

Saturation40%

Lightness54%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Harbor Side Blue 740 a warm or cool color?
Harbor Side 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 Harbor Side Blue?
Harbor Side Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 183°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Harbor Side Blue?
Brightness is about 39%. Saturation is around 40%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 54%. Hue is close to 183°. The hex value is #5cb5b9. The RGB value is 92, 181, 185.
Is Harbor Side Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Harbor Side Blue has brightness around 39%. 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 Harbor Side Blue?
You can match Harbor Side 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 Harbor Side Blue work best in a home?
Harbor Side 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 Harbor Side Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Harbor Side 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 Harbor Side 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 Harbor Side 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 Harbor Side Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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