What is the HEX code for Benjamin Moore Arctic Shadows?

The hexadecimal color code for Benjamin Moore Arctic Shadows undertone is #9A9A8E .

What is the RGB code of Benjamin Moore Arctic Shadows?

RGB code is 154, 154, 142 . 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.

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Q: Is Benjamin Moore Arctic Shadows 1559 cool or warm?

Benjamin Moore 1559 Arctic Shadows is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Benjamin Moore Arctic Shadows undertones?

Yellow is Benjamin Moore Arctic Shadows undertone color.

Official page:	Arctic Shadows 1559
Code:	1559
Name:	Arctic Shadows
Brand:	Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Arctic Shadows?

Transform your space with the soothing elegance of Arctic Shadows (Benjamin Moore 1559). This serene gray-blue hue adds a touch of sophistication to any room, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere. Pair Arctic Shadows with crisp whites and soft creams for a classic look, or combine it with warm woods and metallic accents for a more contemporary feel. This versatile color works well in bedrooms, living rooms, and bathrooms, offering a timeless yet modern aesthetic. Elevate your home with the timeless beauty of Arctic Shadows (1559) from Benjamin Moore.

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What are Benjamin Moore Arctic Shadows undertones?

Arctic Shadows has a clear yellow undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.

HEX value:

#9A9A8E

RGB code:

154, 154, 142

Is Benjamin Moore Arctic Shadows 1559 cool or warm?

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cool

With a hue of 60°, this Grey leans warm, but it's close to neutral and can read cooler in some light.

1559 Arctic Shadows HSL code: 60, 6%, 58%

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.

How light temperature affects Arctic Shadows

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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Arctic Shadows:

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 Arctic Shadows with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 240, such as Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm and Luxe.

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LRV of Arctic Shadows

Arctic Shadows has an LRV of 32.48% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 32.48%, 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	#9A9A8E
RGB Decimal	154, 154, 142
RGB Percent	60.39%, 60.39%, 55.69%
HSV	Hue: 60° Saturation: 7.79% Value: 60.39%
HSL	hsl(60, 6, 58)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 7.79 Key: 39.61
YIQ	Y: 152.632 I: 3.856 Q: -3.734
XYZ	X: 29.763 Y: 31.934 Z: 30.18
CIE Lab	L:63.289 a:-2.226 b:6.303
CIE Luv	L:63.289 u:0.666 v:9.235
Decimal	10132110
Hunter Lab	56.511, -4.879, 7.893