Benjamin Moore Charmeuse AF-265
| Official page: | Charmeuse AF-265 |
| Code: | AF-265 |
| Name: | Charmeuse |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Charmeuse?
Benjamin Moore's Charmeuse (AF-265) is a graceful shade that exudes elegance and charm. This soft and sophisticated hue brings a warm and inviting glow to any space it adorns, creating a sense of tranquility and sophistication. Paired with crisp whites and soft greys, Charmeuse beautifully complements a range of color palettes, adding a touch of luxury and refinement to your interior decor. Whether used as a main color or an accent, Charmeuse (AF-265) effortlessly elevates any room with its timeless appeal.
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What are Benjamin Moore Charmeuse undertones?
The undertone of Charmeuse 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#DBCCC2
RGB code:
219, 204, 194
Is Benjamin Moore Charmeuse AF-265 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 24° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
AF-265 Charmeuse HSL code: 24, 26%, 81%
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 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.
- 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 Charmeuse
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:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Charmeuse:
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
AF-265
Charmeuse
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 Charmeuse with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 204, such as Benjamin Moore Blue Lace and Nimbus Gray.
LRV of Charmeuse
Charmeuse has an LRV of 61.32% 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 61.32%, 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 | #DBCCC2 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 219, 204, 194 | |
| RGB Percent | 85.88%, 80.00%, 76.08% | |
| HSV | Hue: 24° Saturation: 11.42% Value: 85.88% | |
| HSL | hsl(24, 26, 81) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 6.85 Yellow: 11.42 Key: 14.12 | |
| YIQ | Y: 207.345 I: 12.152 Q: 0.061 | |
| XYZ | X: 60.542 Y: 62.142 Z: 59.83 | |
| CIE Lab | L:82.989 a:3.531 b:6.857 | |
| CIE Luv | L:82.989 u:9.452 v:9.491 | |
| Decimal | 14404802 | |
| Hunter Lab | 78.83, -0.863, 10.182 | |
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