Benjamin Moore Denim Wash 838 paint color swatch — hex #85A0B6, LRV 35.17Color shown is a digital approximation. Always test a physical sample.
Benjamin Moore

Denim Wash

838 by Benjamin Moore

Also sold as CC-770

Hex #85A0B6 · LRV 35.17 · cool blue

How popular is Denim Wash?

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About Denim Wash

Denim Wash is a tranquil, medium-light blue with cool blue undertones. This cool shade has an LRV of 35.17 and absorbs a moderate amount of light, making it versatile for a variety of spaces.

Benjamin Moore also lists this same color under code CC-770.

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Color Specifications

Name
Denim Wash
Code
838
Hex
#85A0B6
RGB
133, 160, 182
HSL
207, 25%, 62%
CMYK
27, 12, 0, 29Approximate — screen to print
Lab
64.6, -4.3, -14.5
CSS
--benjamin-moore-denim-wash
LRV
35.17 (Medium Light)
0 · Dark100 · Light
Undertone
Cool Blue
Temperature
cool
Family
blue
Interior
Yes
Exterior
Yes
Finishes
flatmatteeggshellsatinsemi-glosshigh-gloss
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