Benjamin Moore

Hydrangea

1390

Hydrangea is a mid-tone purple with warm red undertones and an LRV of 37.23. This balanced saturation allows it to function in bedrooms, reading areas, or living rooms without appearing overly dark. Benjamin Moore Ballet White and Stone Hearth provide warm neutral support, while Gray Owl and White Dove offer cooler contrast.

Mauve Mist and Shadow complement the purple family for layered, tonal applications in transitional or traditional settings.

Brand

Benjamin Moore

Code

1390

Collection

Benjamin Moore Classics

Hydrangea in Different Light

Artificial Lighting

Bedroom scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Hydrangea under artificial light

Natural Lighting

Living room scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Hydrangea under natural light

Technical Specifications

Undertones

Type

Pink

Strength

Medium

Temperature

warm

Hue Angle

285°

Purple Family

Lightness

67%

Medium

Saturation

22%

Muted

LRV

37.2
0%100%
Very Dark
Dark
Medium
Light
Very Light
White
Color Position
Saturation →
Lightness →

Color Codes

HEX
#B498BD
RGB Decimal
180, 152, 189
RGB Percent
70.6%, 59.6%, 74.1%
HSL
285.4, 21.9%, 66.9%
HSV
285.4, 19.6%, 74.1%
CMYK
4.8%, 19.6%, 0.0%, 25.9%
YIQ
164.6, 4.8, 17.5
XYZ
39.24, 35.83, 52.99
CIE Lab
66.39, 17.15, -15.26
CIE Luv
66.39, 13.36, -25.88
Hunter Lab
59.86, 15.92, -15.01
Decimal
11835581

Coordinating Colors and Color Palettes

Darker Shades

Monochromatic dark

Lighter Shades

Monochromatic light

Complementary

Opposite on color wheel

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