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Benjamin Moore Williamsburg Wythe Blue CW-590

Williamsburg Wythe Blue

Benjamin Moore

CW-590

About Williamsburg Wythe Blue by Benjamin Moore

Williamsburg Wythe Blue CW-590 by Benjamin Moore is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 31% and hue near 184° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 31.4%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #7e9ea0

RGB: 126, 158, 160

Hue184°

Saturation15%

Lightness56%

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

Is Williamsburg Wythe Blue CW-590 a warm or cool color?
Williamsburg Wythe 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 Williamsburg Wythe Blue?
Williamsburg Wythe Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 184°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Williamsburg Wythe Blue?
Brightness is about 31%. Saturation is around 15%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 56%. Hue is close to 184°. The hex value is #7e9ea0. The RGB value is 126, 158, 160.
Is Williamsburg Wythe Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Williamsburg Wythe Blue has brightness around 31%. 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 Williamsburg Wythe Blue?
You can match Williamsburg Wythe 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 Williamsburg Wythe Blue work best in a home?
Williamsburg Wythe 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 Williamsburg Wythe Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Williamsburg Wythe 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 Williamsburg Wythe 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 Williamsburg Wythe 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 Williamsburg Wythe Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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