What is the HEX code for Benjamin Moore April Showers?

The hexadecimal color code for Benjamin Moore April Showers undertone is #DAD9C9 .

What is the RGB code of Benjamin Moore April Showers?

RGB code is 218, 217, 201 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Benjamin Moore April Showers 1507

Q: Is Benjamin Moore April Showers 1507 cool or warm?

Benjamin Moore 1507 April Showers is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Benjamin Moore April Showers undertones?

Yellow is Benjamin Moore April Showers undertone color.

Official page:	April Showers 1507
Code:	1507
Name:	April Showers
Brand:	Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore April Showers?

Introducing Benjamin Moore 1507 April Showers – a serene and sophisticated hue that effortlessly brings tranquility to any space. This soft yet refreshing shade evokes the essence of a peaceful morning after a spring rain shower, filling the room with a sense of calm and renewal. Ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and bathrooms, April Showers adds a touch of elegance and modernity while creating a soothing atmosphere for relaxation and rejuvenation. Incorporate this captivating color into your decor to transform your space into a haven of beauty and serenity. Let Benjamin Moore 1507 April Showers elevate your interiors with its timeless and refreshing appeal.

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What are Benjamin Moore April Showers undertones?

The undertone of April Showers can be accurately described as a Yellow hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

HEX value

HEX value:

#DAD9C9

RGB code:

218, 217, 201

Is Benjamin Moore April Showers 1507 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 56° thisGreigerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

1507 April Showers HSL code: 56, 19%, 82%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
Warm greige shades combine the warmth of beige with the modernity of grey, offering a versatile and inviting backdrop for living rooms, dining areas, and bedrooms.
To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects April Showers

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlight	Visible temp.	Hue	Duration
North	Cool	Bluish	All day
East	Warm	Yellow	Before noon
West	Warm	Orange‑red	After noon
South	Warm	Orange‑yellow	All day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Greige shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore April Showers:

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

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Darker shades

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Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color April Showers with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 236, such as Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm and Luxe.

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LRV of April Showers

April Showers has an LRV of 66.84% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident light. Why LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 66.84%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft² living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#DAD9C9
RGB Decimal	218, 217, 201
RGB Percent	85.49%, 85.10%, 78.82%
HSV	Hue: 56° Saturation: 7.8% Value: 85.49%
HSL	hsl(56, 19, 82)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 0.46 Yellow: 7.8 Key: 14.51
YIQ	Y: 215.475 I: 5.737 Q: -4.768
XYZ	X: 64.267 Y: 68.749 Z: 65.127
CIE Lab	L:86.379 a:-2.437 b:8.005
CIE Luv	L:86.379 u:1.462 v:12.329
Decimal	14342601
Hunter Lab	82.915, -6.747, 11.47