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Benjamin Moore Breath of Fresh Air (806)

Best Sellerblue

HEX

#B8D0D8

RGB

184, 208, 216

LRV

53

Code

806

Overview

Benjamin Moore Breath of Fresh Air (806) is a best-selling blue paint color with a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53. Light — keeps rooms feeling airy and spacious. This top-rated shade works beautifully in living room and kitchen settings and pairs well with Transitional design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #B8D0D8 | RGB: 184, 208, 216
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 53 — Light — keeps rooms feeling airy and spacious
  • Undertone: Cool blue
  • Color family: Blue
  • Best for: living room, kitchen, bathroom, hallway
  • Design styles: Transitional, Contemporary, Farmhouse

Why Choose This Color

  • Breath of Fresh Air is one of the most searched Benjamin Moore colors for interior and exterior projects
  • With an LRV of 53, it reflects significant light, making spaces feel larger
  • The cool blue undertone makes it versatile for various design styles
  • Designers frequently recommend Breath of Fresh Air for Transitional aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Breath of Fresh Air with a sample swatch — colors shift under different lighting
  2. 2Observe at different times: morning (cool light), afternoon (warm), evening (artificial)
  3. 3North-facing rooms appear cooler, south-facing warmer — plan accordingly
  4. 4Pair with darker trim for contrast
  5. 5Use Benjamin Moore's recommended primer and apply 2 coats for best coverage

Tags

benjamin-moorebluecool-bluelrv-53living-roomkitchenbathroomhallway

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Benjamin Moore Breath of Fresh Air (806) is a best-selling blue paint color with an LRV of 53, ideal for living room and kitchen spaces.