What is the HEX code for Benjamin Moore Desert Light?

The hexadecimal color code for Benjamin Moore Desert Light undertone is #D2C8BD .

What is the RGB code of Benjamin Moore Desert Light?

RGB code is 210, 200, 189 . 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 Desert Light / AC-37 / Big Bend Beige / 1004

Q: Is Benjamin Moore Desert Light 1004 cool or warm?

Benjamin Moore 1004 Desert Light is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Benjamin Moore Desert Light undertones?

Red is Benjamin Moore Desert Light undertone color.

Official page:	Desert Light 1004
Code:	1004
Name:	Desert Light
Brand:	Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Desert Light?

Immerse yourself in the warm ambiance of Benjamin Moore 1004 Desert Light; a hue that radiates tranquility and elegance. This soft, sandy tone is perfect for creating a cozy retreat in a living room or bedroom, echoing the serenity of a desert oasis. Pairing effortlessly with earthy neutrals, this color adds depth and sophistication to any space. Transform your home office into a soothing sanctuary with Benjamin Moore 1004 Desert Light, fostering creativity and focus amidst its soothing glow. Upgrade your kitchen or dining area with this versatile shade to evoke a sense of calm and refinement, making every meal a luxurious experience.

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What are Benjamin Moore Desert Light undertones?

Desert Light has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.

HEX value:

#D2C8BD

RGB code:

210, 200, 189

Is Benjamin Moore Desert Light 1004 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 31°, this Beige reads warm on the HSL color wheel.

1004 Desert Light HSL code: 31, 19%, 78%

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.

How light temperature affects Desert Light

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 Beige shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Desert Light:

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 Desert Light with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 211, such as Benjamin Moore Nimbus Gray and Providence Blue.

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LRV of Desert Light

Desert Light has an LRV of 57.9% and refers to Light colors that reflect most 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 57.9%, 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	#D2C8BD
RGB Decimal	210, 200, 189
RGB Percent	82.35%, 78.43%, 74.12%
HSV	Hue: 31° Saturation: 10.0% Value: 82.35%
HSL	hsl(31, 19, 78)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 4.76 Yellow: 10.0 Key: 17.65
YIQ	Y: 201.736 I: 9.494 Q: -1.308
XYZ	X: 56.416 Y: 58.685 Z: 56.486
CIE Lab	L:81.118 a:1.59 b:6.743
CIE Luv	L:81.118 u:6.506 v:9.644
Decimal	13813949
Hunter Lab	76.606, -2.605, 9.907