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Mill Springs Blue

Benjamin Moore · HC-137

The Analysis

Mill Springs Blue is a grounded, mid-tone teal that anchors a room without overwhelming it. With an LRV of 32.18, it absorbs a significant amount of light, which creates a cozy, enclosed feeling rather than making a room feel expansive or bright.

It functions best as a sophisticated main wall color in rooms with good natural light or as a high-impact color for cabinetry and trim. It provides enough depth to stand on its own without needing heavy decoration to hold attention.

LRV 32

History & Origin

This is a quintessential heritage tone often found in American colonial and historical restoration projects. It bridges the gap between traditional aesthetics and modern, moody color palettes.

Undertonecool
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How to Use It

This shade excels in home offices, libraries, or bedrooms paired with warm walnut wood tones or antique brass hardware. Use crisp, high-contrast white trim to keep the color from feeling too heavy or closed in.

The Mood

Living with this color provides a sense of quiet stability. It is a restful, cooling shade that feels professional and composed, making it ideal for spaces where you want to minimize visual clutter.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

Brand Matches

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  • GREEN SHADOW

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  • Venus Teal

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  • Tower Bridge

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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