What is the HEX code for Benjamin Moore Elephant Gray?

The hexadecimal color code for Benjamin Moore Elephant Gray undertone is #B5ABA7 .

What is the RGB code of Benjamin Moore Elephant Gray?

RGB code is 181, 171, 167 . 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 Elephant Gray 2109-50

Q: Is Benjamin Moore Elephant Gray 2109-50 cool or warm?

Benjamin Moore 2109-50 Elephant Gray is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Benjamin Moore Elephant Gray undertones?

Red is Benjamin Moore Elephant Gray undertone color.

Official page:	Elephant Gray 2109-50
Code:	2109-50
Name:	Elephant Gray
Brand:	Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Elephant Gray?

Benjamin Moore 2109-50 Elephant Gray strikes a perfect balance between sophistication and warmth. This versatile hue exudes timeless elegance and pairs seamlessly with both traditional and modern decor styles. Complement Elephant Gray with accents in crisp whites, soft ivories, and subtle taupes for a chic and cohesive color palette. Infuse a touch of contrast with hints of rich navy or muted sage to elevate the overall aesthetic and create a space that feels inviting yet refined.

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What are Benjamin Moore Elephant Gray undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#B5ABA7

RGB code:

181, 171, 167

Is Benjamin Moore Elephant Gray 2109-50 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 17° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

2109-50 Elephant Gray HSL code: 17, 9%, 68%

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.
Warm pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.

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 Elephant 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 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:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Elephant Gray:

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

2109-50
Elephant Gray

AF-665
Angelica

Darker shades

2109-50
Elephant Gray

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 Elephant Gray with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 197, such as Benjamin Moore Aegean Teal and Blue Lace.

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LRV of Elephant Gray

Elephant Gray has an LRV of 41.5% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half 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 41.5%, 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	#B5ABA7
RGB Decimal	181, 171, 167
RGB Percent	70.98%, 67.06%, 65.49%
HSV	Hue: 17° Saturation: 7.73% Value: 70.98%
HSL	hsl(17, 9, 68)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 5.52 Yellow: 7.73 Key: 29.02
YIQ	Y: 173.534 I: 7.244 Q: 0.871
XYZ	X: 40.593 Y: 41.74 Z: 42.467
CIE Lab	L:70.691 a:2.866 b:3.342
CIE Luv	L:70.691 u:6.096 v:4.348
Decimal	11905959
Hunter Lab	64.607, -0.909, 6.252