Benjamin Moore Bennington Gray HC-82

Official page:Bennington Gray HC-82
Code:HC-82
Name:Bennington Gray
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Bennington Gray?

Introduce sophistication and warmth into your space with Benjamin Moore HC-82 Bennington Gray. This timeless shade blends seamlessly with various color palettes, making it a versatile choice for any room. Pair Bennington Gray with accents of HC-169 Coventry Gray for a modern and elegant look. Add a pop of color with HC-143 Wythe Blue for a refreshing contrast, or opt for HC-166 Kendall Charcoal for a bold and contemporary feel. Elevate your interior with the classic charm of Bennington Gray and create a harmonious atmosphere that exudes style and comfort.

Bennington Gray for living room

Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Beige shade can create a unique space

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Bennington Gray for exterior

Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this warm hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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Benjamin Moore Bennington Gray reviews

View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

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What are Benjamin Moore Bennington Gray undertones?

The undertone of Bennington Gray can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#C2B59A

RGB code:

194, 181, 154

Is Benjamin Moore Bennington Gray HC-82 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 41° thisBeigerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

HC-82 Bennington Gray HSL code: 41, 25%, 68%

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 beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.

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 Bennington Gray

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

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

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Bennington Gray:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

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 Bennington Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 221, such as Benjamin Moore Normandy and Feather Gray.

LRV of Bennington Gray

Bennington Gray has an LRV of 46.68% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident lightWhy 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 46.68%, 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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HEX#C2B59ACopy color code
RGB Decimal194, 181, 154Copy color code
RGB Percent76.08%, 70.98%, 60.39%Copy color code
HSVHue: 41° Saturation: 20.62% Value: 76.08%Copy color code
HSLhsl(41, 25, 68)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 6.7 Yellow: 20.62 Key: 23.92Copy color code
YIQY: 181.809 I: 16.423 Q: -5.652Copy color code
XYZX: 44.604 Y: 46.851 Z: 37.257Copy color code
CIE LabL:74.094 a:0.214 b:15.448Copy color code
CIE LuvL:74.094 u:9.467 v:21.631Copy color code
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Hunter Lab68.448, -3.464, 15.642Copy color code
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