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Benjamin Moore Polaris Blue 1649

Polaris Blue

Benjamin Moore

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About Polaris Blue by Benjamin Moore

Polaris Blue 1649 by Benjamin Moore is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 28% and hue near 199° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

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Brightness: 27.6%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #7c939e

RGB: 124, 147, 158

Hue199°

Saturation15%

Lightness55%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Polaris Blue from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Polaris Blue

Benjamin Moore

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Polaris Blue looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Polaris Blue 1649 a warm or cool color?
Polaris Blue by Benjamin Moore is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Polaris Blue?
Polaris Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 199°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Polaris Blue?
Brightness is about 28%. Saturation is around 15%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 55%. Hue is close to 199°. The hex value is #7c939e. The RGB value is 124, 147, 158.
Is Polaris Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Polaris Blue has brightness around 28%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Polaris Blue?
You can match Polaris 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 Polaris Blue work best in a home?
Polaris 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 Polaris Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Polaris Blue is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and deeper 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 Polaris Blue in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Polaris Blue

Benjamin Moore

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Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Polaris Blue in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Polaris Blue

Benjamin Moore

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Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Polaris Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Polaris Blue

Benjamin Moore

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Alternate Colors by other brands

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

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SW9135

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SEASTONE

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