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Benjamin Moore Paradiso 717

Paradiso

Benjamin Moore

717

About Paradiso by Benjamin Moore

Paradiso 717 by Benjamin Moore is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 52% and hue near 186° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 51.5%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #a9c3c6

RGB: 169, 195, 198

Hue186°

Saturation20%

Lightness72%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Paradiso 717 a warm or cool color?
Paradiso 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 Paradiso?
Paradiso 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 Paradiso?
Brightness is about 52%. Saturation is around 20%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 72%. Hue is close to 186°. The hex value is #a9c3c6. The RGB value is 169, 195, 198.
Is Paradiso better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Paradiso has brightness around 52%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Paradiso?
You can match Paradiso 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 Paradiso work best in a home?
Paradiso 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 Paradiso compare to a pure white paint?
Paradiso 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 Paradiso 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 Paradiso 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 Paradiso. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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