What is the HEX code for Benjamin Moore Boothbay Gray?

The hexadecimal color code for Benjamin Moore Boothbay Gray undertone is #AAB2B0 .

What is the RGB code of Benjamin Moore Boothbay Gray?

RGB code is 170, 178, 176 . 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 Boothbay Gray HC-165

Q: Is Benjamin Moore Boothbay Gray HC-165 cool or warm?

Benjamin Moore HC-165 Boothbay Gray is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Benjamin Moore Boothbay Gray undertones?

Green is Benjamin Moore Boothbay Gray undertone color.

Official page:	Boothbay Gray HC-165
Code:	HC-165
Name:	Boothbay Gray
Brand:	Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Boothbay Gray?

Benjamin Moore HC-165, also known as Boothbay Gray, is a versatile color that exudes sophistication with its timeless appeal. This elegant shade pairs beautifully with soft whites and creamy off-whites to create a harmonious and inviting atmosphere. Complementing the richness of Boothbay Gray, shades of teal and navy blue add depth and balance to any space. Whether used as a main color or as an accent, this color brings a touch of refinement to any room. Pamper your senses with Benjamin Moore HC-165 to achieve a classic and stylish interior design.

Boothbay Gray for bedroom

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Boothbay Gray for living room

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Benjamin Moore HC-165 for bathroom

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Boothbay Gray for exterior

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What are Benjamin Moore Boothbay Gray undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#AAB2B0

RGB code:

170, 178, 176

Is Benjamin Moore Boothbay Gray HC-165 cool or warm?

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cool

With a hue of 165° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

HC-165 Boothbay Gray HSL code: 165, 5%, 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.

Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
Cool grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.

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 Boothbay 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 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 Boothbay Gray:

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 Boothbay Gray with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 345, such as Benjamin Moore Raindrops on Roses and Aplomb.

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LRV of Boothbay Gray

Boothbay Gray has an LRV of 43.26% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half 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 43.26%, 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	#AAB2B0
RGB Decimal	170, 178, 176
RGB Percent	66.67%, 69.80%, 69.02%
HSV	Hue: 165° Saturation: 4.49% Value: 69.8%
HSL	hsl(165, 5, 68)
CMYK	Cyan: 4.49 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 1.12 Key: 30.2
YIQ	Y: 175.38 I: -4.125 Q: -2.315
XYZ	X: 40.332 Y: 43.521 Z: 47.338
CIE Lab	L:71.907 a:-3.181 b:0.052
CIE Luv	L:71.907 u:-4.365 v:0.619
Decimal	11186864
Hunter Lab	65.971, -6.319, 3.635