Benjamin Moore Marlboro Blue (HC-153) Paint Color

What color is Marlboro Blue (HC-153)?

Marlboro Blue (HC-153) color belongs to the Blue color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Marlboro Blue (HC-153) is #95B9C6, and the RGB color code is RGB(149, 185, 198).

In the RGB color model, Marlboro Blue (HC-153) has a red value of 149, a green value of 185, and a blue value of 198. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 24.7% cyan, 6.6% magenta, 0.0% yellow, and 22.4% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 195.9° (degrees), 30.1 % saturation, and 68.0 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Marlboro Blue (HC-153) has a hue of 195.9° (degrees), 24.7 % saturation and 77.6 % brightness/value.

Marlboro Blue (HC-153) is cool or warm?

The color Marlboro Blue (HC-153) is a cool color.

What is the LRV of Marlboro Blue (HC-153)?

Marlboro Blue (HC-153) has an LRV of nearly 45. By LRV value, it is a medium light color.

Light Reflectance Value (LRV) is a measure of how much visible light is reflected off a surface. It is a number on a scale of 0 to 100, with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white. The higher the LRV, the more light the color reflects and the lighter it will appear.

LRV is important to consider when choosing paint colors for a room, as it can affect the overall brightness and mood of the space. Lighter colors with higher LRVs will make a room feel more spacious and airy, while darker colors with lower LRVs will create a more intimate and cozy atmosphere.
LRV value 45 puts Benjamin Moore Marlboro Blue (HC-153) paint color in the medium category.

• Darker colors: Darker colors have lower LRV numbers because they absorb more light than they reflect. This means that they will make a room feel darker and smaller.
• Lighter colors: Lighter colors have higher LRV numbers because they reflect more light than they absorb. This means that they will make a room feel brighter and more spacious.