BLUES

Abstract Idea

#B9D0DB

RGB 185, 208, 219 · HSL 199°, 32%, 79% · CMYK 16, 5, 0, 14

Abstract Idea is #B9D0DB in HEX — rgb(185, 208, 219), hsl(199°, 32%, 79%), cmyk(16%, 5%, 0%, 14%).

Abstract Idea pulls into the airy end of the blues spectrum — HSL 199°, 32%, 79%. The muted saturation makes it quiet but present, and the hue reads cool. In interior projects it shines on bedrooms, bathrooms, home offices — for calm, focused environments. Reads best alongside warm white trim, oak or walnut, brass or matte black hardware.

Color Codes

HEX#B9D0DB

RGB185, 208, 219

HSL199°, 32%, 79%

HSV199°, 16%, 86%

CMYK16, 5, 0, 14

Decimal12177627

CSS RGBrgb(185, 208, 219)

CSS HSLhsl(199, 32%, 79%)

Paint Matches — this color across 16 brands

Vista Paint

Abstract Idea C-642

Exact match

Benjamin Moore

Grand 835

ΔE 0.7 · #BBD2DD

Dulux

Archie SP2E8

ΔE 0.7 · #B8CFD9

Hallman-Lindsay

Abstract Idea 643

ΔE 0.7 · #B9D1DD

Kilz

Summer Shower RE160-01

ΔE 1.6 · #BAD3DC

Valspar

Schoolboy Blue 4007-5B

ΔE 1.7 · #BCD1D9

Behr

Millstream PPU14-16

ΔE 2 · #B8D4E0

PPG

Constellation 1155-4

ΔE 2.1 · #BCCEDB

Dunn-Edwards

Two Harbors DE5813

ΔE 2.2 · #BED3E1

Colorhouse

Dream .03 Dream-03

ΔE 2.4 · #B4CBD9

Sherwin-Williams

Take Five SW6513

ΔE 2.5 · #B3C9D3

IKEA

IKEA050 50

ΔE 3.6 · #C6D7E3

Farrow & Ball

Parma Gray 27

ΔE 7 · #B2BFC5

Dutch Boy

Simply Sparkling DCP-0594

ΔE 7.3 · #BCCEE6

RAL

Telegrey 4 7047

ΔE 9.8 · #D0D0D0

Kobra

Silver 47

ΔE 9.8 · #CDCECD

Light Reflectance & Undertone

Light Reflectance Value (LRV)

61/100

Light

0 · DarkLight · 100

Reflects plenty of light and keeps spaces feeling open and airy while still showing clear colour. A safe, flexible choice for living areas.

Undertone

TemperatureCool MasstoneBlue UndertoneViolet

Reads as a cool blue with a violet undertone showing through, especially in daylight. Pair trim and adjacent colours to either calm or amplify that undertone.

Color Theory

Complementary

#B9D0DB

#DBC3B8

Analogous

#B8DBD4

#B9D0DB

#B8BFDB

Triadic

#B9D0DB

#DBB8D0

#D0DBB8

Split-Complementary

#B9D0DB

#DBB8BF

#DBD4B8

Tetradic

#B9D0DB

#D4B8DB

#DBC3B8

#BFDBB8

Monochromatic

#558CA5

#86AEC1

#B9D0DB

#EBF1F5

#EEF4F6

Rectangle

#B9D0DB

#C3B8DB

#DBC3B8

#D0DBB8

Compound

#B9D0DB

#B8BFDB

#DBC3B8

#DBD4B8

Variations

Lighter

#C6D9E2

#D6E2E8

#E8EEF0

Darker

#82ADC1

#487D96

#294958

Saturation

#C4CBCF

#B8D0DB

#A6D6ED

Interior Use

Best Rooms

bedrooms, bathrooms, home offices

Best Uses

main walls, ceilings, trim, cabinetry

Pairs With

warm white trim, oak or walnut, brass or matte black hardware

Accessibility (WCAG)

vs White

1.60:1

Fail

vs Black

13.11:1

AAA

Deuteranopia

#B9D0DB

#C5CADC

Original → Simulated

Protanopia

#B9D0DB

#CCCCDA

Original → Simulated

Tritanopia

#B9D0DB

#B9D1CF

Original → Simulated

Color Psychology

Focused · Cooling

Abstract Idea lowers the temperature of a room — useful in south-facing rooms that overheat visually, and in home offices where you want a clear head. Pair with warm wood and brass to keep it from reading clinical.

SymbolismTrust, depth, stability

PersonalityClear-headed, dependable, contemplative

focustrustcalmofficebedroomdepth

How it looks under different light

#CAC9BF

Warm Bulb 2700K

Incandescent / soft white LED — pulls colour toward yellow/amber.

#B9D0DB

Daylight 5500K

Midday natural light or daylight-spec LED — closest to the paint chip.

#B7CEE4

Cool Bulb 6500K

Cool white LED / overcast daylight — pulls colour toward blue.

Pairs With

#E9EBEC

Trim

Matched off-white

Same hue at 92% lightness — trim reads coordinated, not stark.

#F7F7F8

Ceiling

Whisper tint

Near-white with a hint of the hero's undertone — ceiling feels intentional.

#C2A394

Accent

Complementary punch

Hue +180°, slightly muted for paint vs. screen — use on a door, frame, or single piece.

#574738

Floor

Walnut neutral

Warm mid-brown grounds the scheme regardless of hero hue.

Paint Info

Brand · Product Line

Benjamin Moore / Regal Select Interior

Recommended Finishes

Eggshell (walls) · Pearl (trim) · Matte (ceiling)

Eggshell hides imperfections on main walls while keeping the color rich; pearl on trim adds subtle sheen and easier cleaning; flat matte on ceilings prevents glare.

Best Surfaces

Primary walls · Trim · Ceilings · Furniture

Coverage & Dry Time

Typical coverage 350-400 sq ft per gallon over a primed surface.

Touch-dry in ~1 hour. Recoat after 4 hours. Full cure 7-14 days.

Primer

Standard primer is adequate.

Application Tip

Use a 9" microfiber roller on walls and a 2.5" angled sash brush for trim cuts. Two coats minimum for even depth.

Paint Calculator

Wall area (m²)

Coats

Coverage (m² / L)

You'll need

4.0 litres

1.06 US gallons · room for one touch-up coat. Buy slightly more to ensure single-batch match.

Code Snippets

CSS — color

color: #B9D0DB;

CSS — background

background-color: #B9D0DB;

CSS Variable

--color-abstract-idea: #B9D0DB;

Tailwind v3 — config

colors: { 'abstract-idea': '#B9D0DB' }

Tailwind — arbitrary

bg-[#B9D0DB] text-[#B9D0DB]

SCSS

$abstract-idea: #B9D0DB;

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Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #B9D0DB?

#B9D0DB is Abstract Idea, a soft blue with a cool undertone.

Is #B9D0DB warm or cool?

Abstract Idea reads cool, which influences how it interacts with surrounding tones and natural light.

What rooms work best with Abstract Idea?

Abstract Idea works well in bedrooms, bathrooms, home offices. Designers typically use it for main walls, ceilings, trim, cabinetry.

What colors pair well with Abstract Idea?

Abstract Idea pairs naturally with warm white trim, oak or walnut, brass or matte black hardware. Its complementary color is also a strong contrast option for accents.

Where can I download Abstract Idea?

You can download Abstract Idea on DSGN.HOUSE in 15 designer formats including CSS gradient, Figma, Procreate swatches, Tailwind config, Adobe ASE, SVG, and 4K wallpapers — all free.

What's the hex code for Abstract Idea?

The hex code is #B9D0DB. In RGB it's 185, 208, 219, and in HSL it's 199°, 32%, 79%.

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