Benjamin Moore Chocolate Velvet CSP-235

What are Benjamin Moore Chocolate Velvet undertones?

The undertone of Chocolate Velvet 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

Is Benjamin Moore Chocolate Velvet CSP-235 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 28° thisbrownrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

CSP-235 Chocolate Velvet HSL code: 28, 13%, 46%

• 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.
• Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.

How light temperature affects Chocolate Velvet

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:

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

4000K

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Chocolate Velvet:

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

CSP-235
Chocolate Velvet

• CSP-195
  Porcini

  

• 2108-40
  Stardust

  

• CSP-380
  Studio Clay

  

• HC-87
  Ashley Gray

  

Darker shades

CSP-235
Chocolate Velvet

• HC-69
  Whitall Brown

  

• 2108-30
  Brown Horse

  

• HC-68
  Middlebury Brown

  

• 1022
  Maple Shadows

  

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 Chocolate Velvet with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 208, such as Benjamin Moore Nimbus Gray and Providence Blue.

CSP-235
Chocolate Velvet

• 2131-50
  Nimbus Gray

  

• 1636
  Providence Blue

  

• HC-145
  Van Courtland Blue

  

• 2135-30
  Nocturnal Gray

  

• 1637
  Blue Spruce

  

• 2129-40
  Normandy

  

• 2127-60
  Feather Gray

  

LRV of Chocolate Velvet

Chocolate Velvet has an LRV of 19.62% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why LRV is important?

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#857567
RGB Decimal	133, 117, 103
RGB Percent	52.16%, 45.88%, 40.39%
HSV	Hue: 28° Saturation: 22.56% Value: 52.16%
HSL	hsl(28, 13, 46)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 12.03 Yellow: 22.56 Key: 47.84
YIQ	Y: 120.188 I: 14.033 Q: -0.972
XYZ	X: 18.482 Y: 18.689 Z: 15.462
CIE Lab	L:50.321 a:3.806 b:10.003
CIE Luv	L:50.321 u:10.677 v:12.374
Decimal	8746343
Hunter Lab	43.231, 0.659, 9.056