Ref. #CADEE6 · 806
Breath of Fresh Air
71%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Breath of Fresh Air Technical Profile
What color is Breath of Fresh Air? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #CADEE6. Colors similar to Breath of Fresh Air include PPG Duck's Egg Blue, Valspar New Day, Hirshfield's Sea Foam Mist. Breath of Fresh Air has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 71, Breath of Fresh Air reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Breath of Fresh Air
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Breath of Fresh Air
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Breath of Fresh Air
#CADEE6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#838CAF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Breath of Fresh Air
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Breath of Fresh Air Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Breath of Fresh Air.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Breath of Fresh Air — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Breath of Fresh Air have?
Breath of Fresh Air by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Breath of Fresh Air from other brands?
The closest matches are Duck's Egg Blue by PPG (#CCDFE8), New Day by Valspar (#C9DEE8), Sea Foam Mist by Hirshfield's (#CBDCE2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Breath of Fresh Air?
Breath of Fresh Air has an LRV of 70.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Breath of Fresh Air's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.