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Benjamin Moore San Jose Blue 741

San Jose Blue

Benjamin Moore

741

About San Jose Blue by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 26.6%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #2c9ba1

RGB: 44, 155, 161

Hue183°

Saturation57%

Lightness40%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is San Jose Blue 741 a warm or cool color?
San Jose 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 San Jose Blue?
San Jose Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 183°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for San Jose Blue?
Brightness is about 27%. Saturation is around 57%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 40%. Hue is close to 183°. The hex value is #2c9ba1. The RGB value is 44, 155, 161.
Is San Jose Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
San Jose Blue has brightness around 27%. 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 San Jose Blue?
You can match San Jose 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 San Jose Blue work best in a home?
San Jose 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 San Jose Blue compare to a pure white paint?
San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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