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Benjamin Moore Yarmouth Blue HC-150

Yarmouth Blue

Benjamin Moore

HC-150

About Yarmouth Blue by Benjamin Moore

Yarmouth Blue HC-150 by Benjamin Moore is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 55% and hue near 183° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 55.3%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #b5c8c9

RGB: 181, 200, 201

Hue183°

Saturation16%

Lightness75%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Yarmouth Blue HC-150 a warm or cool color?
Yarmouth Blue 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 Yarmouth Blue?
Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth Blue?
Brightness is about 55%. Saturation is around 16%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 75%. Hue is close to 183°. The hex value is #b5c8c9. The RGB value is 181, 200, 201.
Is Yarmouth Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Yarmouth Blue has brightness around 55%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Yarmouth Blue?
You can match Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth Blue work best in a home?
Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Yarmouth Blue 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 Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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