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Benjamin Moore Misty Blue 820

Misty Blue

Benjamin Moore

820

About Misty Blue by Benjamin Moore

Misty Blue 820 by Benjamin Moore is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 65% and hue near 211° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 65.3%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #c7d5e4

RGB: 199, 213, 228

Hue211°

Saturation35%

Lightness84%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Misty Blue 820 a warm or cool color?
Misty Blue 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 Misty Blue?
Misty Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 211°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Misty Blue?
Brightness is about 65%. Saturation is around 35%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 84%. Hue is close to 211°. The hex value is #c7d5e4. The RGB value is 199, 213, 228.
Is Misty Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Misty Blue has brightness around 65%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Misty Blue?
You can match Misty 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 Misty Blue work best in a home?
Misty 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 Misty Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Misty Blue 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 Misty 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 Misty 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 Misty Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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