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Benjamin Moore Polar Lights 400

Polar Lights

Benjamin Moore

400

About Polar Lights by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 83.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e8f0c3

RGB: 232, 240, 195

Hue71°

Saturation60%

Lightness85%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Polar Lights 400 a warm or cool color?
Polar Lights by Benjamin Moore is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Polar Lights?
Polar Lights sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 71°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Polar Lights?
Brightness is about 83%. Saturation is around 60%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 85%. Hue is close to 71°. The hex value is #e8f0c3. The RGB value is 232, 240, 195.
Is Polar Lights better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Polar Lights has brightness around 83%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Polar Lights?
You can match Polar Lights 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 Polar Lights work best in a home?
Polar Lights is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Polar Lights compare to a pure white paint?
Polar Lights is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light 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 Polar Lights 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 Polar Lights 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 Polar Lights. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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