Light Blue

Light Blue by Benjamin Moore is a cool light color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.

Light Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 196°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.

Brightness is about 77%. Saturation is around 63%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 87%. Hue is close to 196°. The hex value is #cae8f3. The RGB value is 202, 232, 243.

Light Blue has brightness around 77%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.

You can match Light 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.

Light Blue 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.

Light Blue 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.