Benjamin Moore Cliffside Gray HC-180

Official page:Cliffside Gray HC-180
Code:HC-180
Name:Cliffside Gray
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Cliffside Gray?

Benjamin Moore Cliffside Gray is a versatile and sophisticated hue that exudes elegance and style. HC-180 pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like ivory and taupe, creating a calming and serene atmosphere in any space. For a modern contrast, pair HC-180 with deep navy or charcoal accents, adding depth and richness to the color palette. The subtle warmth of this color makes it a perfect choice for both traditional and contemporary interiors, adding a touch of refinement to any room. Whether used as a main wall color or as an accent, Benjamin Moore Cliffside Gray HC-180 adds a timeless and chic touch to any decor scheme.

Cliffside Gray for living room

Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space

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Benjamin Moore Cliffside Gray reviews

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What are Benjamin Moore Cliffside Gray undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

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RGB code:

204, 208, 202

Is Benjamin Moore Cliffside Gray HC-180 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 100° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

HC-180 Cliffside Gray HSL code: 100, 6%, 80%

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.
  • 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 Cliffside 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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Cliffside 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.

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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 Cliffside Gray with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 280, such as Benjamin Moore Iris Bliss and Grappa.

LRV of Cliffside Gray

Cliffside Gray has an LRV of 60.56% and refers to Light colors that reflect most 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 60.56%, 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#CCD0CACopy color code
RGB Decimal204, 208, 202Copy color code
RGB Percent80.00%, 81.57%, 79.22%Copy color code
HSVHue: 100° Saturation: 2.88% Value: 81.57%Copy color code
HSLhsl(100, 6, 80)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 1.92 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 2.88 Key: 18.43Copy color code
YIQY: 206.12 I: -0.456 Q: -2.713Copy color code
XYZX: 58.116 Y: 62.213 Z: 64.808Copy color code
CIE LabL:83.027 a:-2.459 b:2.5Copy color code
CIE LuvL:83.027 u:-1.933 v:4.183Copy color code
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Hunter Lab78.875, -6.512, 6.497Copy color code
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