PURPLES
Cloud Break
#F6F1FE
Cloud Break is #F6F1FE in HEX — rgb(246, 241, 254), hsl(263°, 87%, 97%), cmyk(3%, 5%, 0%, 0%).
Cloud Break pulls into the airy end of the purples spectrum — HSL 263°, 87%, 97%. The saturated saturation makes it bold and immediate, and the hue reads cool. In interior projects it shines on accent walls, dressing rooms, creative studios — for character without shouting. Reads best alongside warm whites, walnut, brass, deep velvet textiles.
Color Codes
Paint Matches — this color across 16 brands
Behr
First Blush 680E-1
Dunn-Edwards
Perfume Haze DE5966
Benjamin Moore
Misty 2071-70
Vista Paint
Greek Goddess K-39
Dulux
Baby Soft Quarter S49F1Q
Valspar
Lavender Moon 4001-9A
PPG
Iris Isle 1248-2
Hallman-Lindsay
Easter Bunny 1237
IKEA
IKEA064 64
Kilz
Inverness RB200-01
RAL
Signal White 9003
Colorhouse
Imagine .05 Imagine-05
Sherwin-Williams
Spangle SW6834
Farrow & Ball
Wevet 273
Dutch Boy
Tinge Grey VS-9117
Kobra
White 01
Light Reflectance & Undertone
Light Reflectance Value (LRV)
90/100
Very Light
Bounces most light back into the room — maximises brightness and makes small or north-facing rooms feel larger. Reads close to a soft neutral.
Undertone
Reads as a neutral violet with a blue undertone showing through, especially in daylight. Pair trim and adjacent colours to either calm or amplify that undertone.
Color Theory
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Rectangle
Compound
Variations
Lighter
Darker
Saturation
Interior Use
Best Rooms
dressing rooms, creative studios, accent walls
Best Uses
feature walls, cabinetry, textiles
Pairs With
warm whites, walnut, brass, deep velvet textiles
Accessibility (WCAG)
Deuteranopia
Protanopia
Tritanopia
Color Psychology
Sophisticated · Imaginative
Cloud Break carries history — long associated with luxury and contemplation. It works in low-light, intimate rooms (dressing rooms, dens, accent walls) where its complexity gets time to unfold. Pair with brass and walnut.
How it looks under different light
Pairs With
Paint Info
Brand · Product Line
Benjamin Moore / Regal Select Interior
Recommended Finishes
Eggshell (walls) · Semi-gloss (trim) · Flat (ceiling)
Light tones absorb less light than expected — eggshell adds warmth on walls, semi-gloss gives trim crisp definition against pale walls.
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; pale colors typically need 2 coats for full opacity.
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
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
color: #F6F1FE;
background-color: #F6F1FE;
--color-cloud-break: #F6F1FE;
colors: { 'cloud-break': '#F6F1FE' }
bg-[#F6F1FE] text-[#F6F1FE]
$cloud-break: #F6F1FE;
Similar Colors
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Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #F6F1FE?
#F6F1FE is Cloud Break, a light purple with a cool undertone.
Is #F6F1FE warm or cool?
Cloud Break reads cool, which influences how it interacts with surrounding tones and natural light.
What rooms work best with Cloud Break?
Cloud Break works well in dressing rooms, creative studios, accent walls. Designers typically use it for feature walls, cabinetry, textiles.
What colors pair well with Cloud Break?
Cloud Break pairs naturally with warm whites, walnut, brass, deep velvet textiles. Its complementary color is also a strong contrast option for accents.
Where can I download Cloud Break?
You can download Cloud Break 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 Cloud Break?
The hex code is #F6F1FE. In RGB it's 246, 241, 254, and in HSL it's 263°, 87%, 97%.