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Benjamin Moore In the Tropics CSP-640

In the Tropics

Benjamin Moore

CSP-640

About In the Tropics by Benjamin Moore

In the Tropics CSP-640 by Benjamin Moore is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 26% and hue near 186° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

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Brightness: 26%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #3b98a2

RGB: 59, 152, 162

Hue186°

Saturation47%

Lightness43%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to In the Tropics from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

In the Tropics

Benjamin Moore

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how In the Tropics looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is In the Tropics CSP-640 a warm or cool color?
In the Tropics 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 In the Tropics?
In the Tropics sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 186°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for In the Tropics?
Brightness is about 26%. Saturation is around 47%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 43%. Hue is close to 186°. The hex value is #3b98a2. The RGB value is 59, 152, 162.
Is In the Tropics better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
In the Tropics has brightness around 26%. 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 In the Tropics?
You can match In the Tropics 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 In the Tropics work best in a home?
In the Tropics 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 In the Tropics compare to a pure white paint?
In the Tropics 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 In the Tropics in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

In the Tropics

Benjamin Moore

CSP-640

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below In the Tropics in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

In the Tropics

Benjamin Moore

CSP-640

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from In the Tropics. They add contrast without clashing.

In the Tropics

Benjamin Moore

CSP-640

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