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Benjamin Moore Lake Placid 827

Lake Placid

Benjamin Moore

827

About Lake Placid by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 63.8%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #c5d3df

RGB: 197, 211, 223

Hue208°

Saturation29%

Lightness82%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Lake Placid 827 a warm or cool color?
Lake Placid 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 Lake Placid?
Lake Placid sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 208°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Lake Placid?
Brightness is about 64%. Saturation is around 29%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 82%. Hue is close to 208°. The hex value is #c5d3df. The RGB value is 197, 211, 223.
Is Lake Placid better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Lake Placid has brightness around 64%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Lake Placid?
You can match Lake Placid 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 Lake Placid work best in a home?
Lake Placid 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 Lake Placid compare to a pure white paint?
Lake Placid 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 Lake Placid 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 Lake Placid 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 Lake Placid. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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