Benjamin Moore Breath of Fresh Air is the perfect shade of light blue that does not read baby’s room blue. It is a sophisticated, soft blue that is soothing yet refreshing at the same time.
Breath of Fresh Air is a calm, cool blue. It is an excellent choice for those seeking to infuse restful, gentle energy in any room. In short, it’s the opposite of Ben Moore Chartreuse’s discussion here.
A talented designer named Nikki Pulver in Cleveland, Ohio, introduced this color to me, and I immediately adopted it as a part of my standard color palette.
How To Use Benjamin Moore Breath of Fresh Air
A gentle, relaxing color can be a great backdrop for a primary suite retreat.
It adds a touch of tranquility to any room it graces. Its bright and refreshing nature makes it perfect for creating a gentle and tranquil atmosphere in spaces.
I would recommend Benjamin Moore Breath of Fresh Air for the following areas.
- Primary bedroom – With cool whites and other pale blues for a monochromatic, restful feel.
- A large kitchen – To make it look fresh and bright
- Young boy’s room – Combined with orange and navy accessories to balance the calmness with playfulness
- Powder room – on the (cabinets) with a bold wallpaper.
The Undertones of Ben Moore Breath of Fresh Air
Ben Moore Breath of Fresh Air has purple undertones. The addition of a splash of purple brings a coolness to the color, giving it a refreshing quality while avoiding the risk of resembling a baby’s room blue.
The purple helps it work well with upscale design elements like this Schumacher Pyne Hollyhock wallpaper or Brunshwig & Fils’ Bird and Thistle wallpaper.
I would recommend using Breath of Fresh Air with
- Cool whites– like Sherwin Williams Pure White, would be the perfect match for the cool undertones of Breath of Fresh Air.
- Navy – A pairing with Sherwin Williams Naval or Benjamin Moore Old Navy would be perfect for a monochromatic color scheme. Think light blue walls and dark blue accent color.
- Orange – A vibrant orange will instantly infuse a light blue room with a burst of energy. It will be an expected element, for sure.
Final Thoughts
Benjamin Moore Breath of Fresh Air is a light blue that you can use without worrying about it looking like baby blue. You can certainly use it in a nursery & add vibrant accents of navy or orange as the baby grows from a toddler to a young boy.