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Benjamin Moore Winter Solstice 1605

Winter Solstice

Benjamin Moore

1605

About Winter Solstice by Benjamin Moore

Winter Solstice 1605 by Benjamin Moore is a mid neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 51% and hue near 170° for steady results across rooms. Reliable on feature walls and full rooms. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 51.3%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #b9bfbe

RGB: 185, 191, 190

Hue170°

Saturation5%

Lightness74%

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is Winter Solstice 1605 a warm or cool color?
Winter Solstice by Benjamin Moore is a neutral mid tone color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Winter Solstice?
Winter Solstice sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 170°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Winter Solstice?
Brightness is about 51%. Saturation is around 5%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 74%. Hue is close to 170°. The hex value is #b9bfbe. The RGB value is 185, 191, 190.
Is Winter Solstice better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Winter Solstice has brightness around 51%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Winter Solstice?
You can match Winter Solstice 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 Winter Solstice work best in a home?
Winter Solstice 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 Winter Solstice compare to a pure white paint?
Winter Solstice is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Winter Solstice 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 Winter Solstice 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 Winter Solstice. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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