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Benjamin Moore Sea Foam (HC-2136-70)

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HEX

#CEDCDC

RGB

206, 220, 220

LRV

70

Code

HC-2136-70

Overview

Benjamin Moore Sea Foam (HC-2136-70) is a neutral blue paint color with a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 70. Light — keeps rooms feeling airy and spacious. This versatile shade works beautifully in living room and bedroom settings and pairs well with Coastal design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #CEDCDC | RGB: 206, 220, 220
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 70 — Light — keeps rooms feeling airy and spacious
  • Undertone: Neutral — balanced, works with warm and cool accents
  • Color family: Blue
  • Best for: living room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen
  • Design styles: Coastal, Nautical, Traditional

Why Choose This Color

  • Sea Foam is a popular choice among Benjamin Moore colors for interior and exterior projects
  • With an LRV of 70, it reflects significant light, making spaces feel larger
  • The neutral undertone makes it adaptable to any lighting condition
  • Interior designers frequently recommend Sea Foam for Coastal and Nautical aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Sea Foam with a sample pot or peel-and-stick swatch before committing
  2. 2Observe the sample at different times of day: morning, afternoon, and evening
  3. 3Consider the room's orientation: north-facing rooms make colors appear cooler, south-facing rooms warmer
  4. 4Pair with a darker trim color for contrast
  5. 5For the best coverage, use Benjamin Moore's recommended primer and apply 2 coats

Tags

benjamin-mooreblueneutrallrv-70living-roombedroombathroomkitchencoastalnauticaltraditional

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Frequently Asked Questions

Benjamin Moore Sea Foam (HC-2136-70) is a neutral blue paint color with an LRV of 70. It's ideal for living room and bedroom spaces.