Benjamin Moore Caribe Green 2042-50
| Official page: | Caribe Green 2042-50 |
| Code: | 2042-50 |
| Name: | Caribe Green |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Caribe Green?
Welcome to a living space transformed by the refreshing allure of Caribe Green (Benjamin Moore 2042-50). This captivating hue effortlessly brings a sense of tranquility and sophistication to any room it graces. Whether adorning the walls of a cozy bedroom, invigorating a home office, or enhancing the serenity of a bathroom, Caribe Green captivates with its tropical charm and offers a vibrant touch of nature indoors. Embrace the beauty of the Caribbean with Caribe Green, a color that emanates joy and vitality in every corner it inhabits. Elevate your space with this versatile shade, perfect for those seeking a retreat-inspired ambiance that celebrates the serene and the sublime.
Caribe Green for bedroom
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Caribe Green for living room
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Benjamin Moore 2042-50 for bathroom
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Benjamin Moore 2042-50 on kitchen cabinets
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Benjamin Moore Caribe Green reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Caribe Green undertones?
The undertones of Caribe Green can be accurately described as a Green and Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#86DECD
RGB code:
134, 222, 205
Is Benjamin Moore Caribe Green 2042-50 cool or warm?
With a hue of 168° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
2042-50 Caribe Green HSL code: 168, 57%, 70%
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 green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.
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 Caribe Green
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 Green shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Caribe Green:
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
2042-50
Caribe Green
Darker shades
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 Caribe Green with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 348, such as Benjamin Moore Love Affair and Bordéaux Red.
LRV of Caribe Green
Caribe Green has an LRV of 61.21% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident light. Why LRV is important?
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 61.21%, 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 | #86DECD | |
| RGB Decimal | 134, 222, 205 | |
| RGB Percent | 52.55%, 87.06%, 80.39% | |
| HSV | Hue: 168° Saturation: 39.64% Value: 87.06% | |
| HSL | hsl(168, 57, 70) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 39.64 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 7.66 Key: 12.94 | |
| YIQ | Y: 193.75 I: -46.976 Q: -23.906 | |
| XYZ | X: 46.967 Y: 61.716 Z: 67.178 | |
| CIE Lab | L:82.762 a:-30.402 b:0.016 | |
| CIE Luv | L:82.762 u:-40.72 v:5.042 | |
| Decimal | 8838861 | |
| Hunter Lab | 78.559, -30.761, 4.291 |
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