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Benjamin Moore Riviera Azure 822

Riviera Azure

Benjamin Moore

822

About Riviera Azure by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 43.6%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #9db2d0

RGB: 157, 178, 208

Hue215°

Saturation35%

Lightness72%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Riviera Azure 822 a warm or cool color?
Riviera Azure 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 Riviera Azure?
Riviera Azure sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 215°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Riviera Azure?
Brightness is about 44%. Saturation is around 35%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 72%. Hue is close to 215°. The hex value is #9db2d0. The RGB value is 157, 178, 208.
Is Riviera Azure better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Riviera Azure has brightness around 44%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Riviera Azure?
You can match Riviera Azure 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 Riviera Azure work best in a home?
Riviera Azure 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 Riviera Azure compare to a pure white paint?
Riviera Azure 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 Riviera Azure 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 Riviera Azure 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 Riviera Azure. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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