Benjamin Moore Dragon's Breath 1547
| Official page: | Dragon's Breath 1547 |
| Code: | 1547 |
| Name: | Dragon's Breath |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Dragon's Breath?
Transform your space with Benjamin Moore 1547 Dragon's Breath, a rich and sophisticated shade that adds depth and warmth to any room. This deep grey-brown hue pairs well with soft neutrals like Benjamin Moore White Dove for a classic and timeless look. For a more modern feel, try combining Dragon's Breath with crisp whites or cool blues like Benjamin Moore Hale Navy. Elevate your space with this versatile color that exudes elegance and charm.
Dragon's Breath for bedroom
We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful warm Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Benjamin Moore 1547 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Dragon's Breath for exterior
Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this warm hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
Benjamin Moore Dragon's Breath reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
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What are Benjamin Moore Dragon's Breath undertones?
The undertone of Dragon's Breath 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#55514A
RGB code:
85, 81, 74
Is Benjamin Moore Dragon's Breath 1547 cool or warm?
With a hue of 38° thisbrownrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
1547 Dragon's Breath HSL code: 38, 7%, 31%
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 beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
- 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.
- 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.
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 Dragon's Breath
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 brown shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Dragon's Breath:
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
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 Dragon's Breath with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 218, such as Benjamin Moore Normandy and Feather Gray.
LRV of Dragon's Breath
Dragon's Breath has an LRV of 9.18% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect 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 9.18%, 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 | #55514A | |
| RGB Decimal | 85, 81, 74 | |
| RGB Percent | 33.33%, 31.76%, 29.02% | |
| HSV | Hue: 38° Saturation: 12.94% Value: 33.33% | |
| HSL | hsl(38, 7, 31) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 4.71 Yellow: 12.94 Key: 66.67 | |
| YIQ | Y: 81.398 I: 4.633 Q: -1.332 | |
| XYZ | X: 7.925 Y: 8.311 Z: 7.663 | |
| CIE Lab | L:34.622 a:0.235 b:4.704 | |
| CIE Luv | L:34.622 u:2.66 v:5.597 | |
| Decimal | 5591370 | |
| Hunter Lab | 28.828, -1.382, 4.419 |
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