Benjamin Moore Fanfare 874
| Official page: | Fanfare 874 |
| Code: | 874 |
| Name: | Fanfare |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Fanfare?
Transform your space with the captivating allure of Benjamin Moore 874 Fanfare. This elegant hue, reminiscent of a serene sky at dusk, brings a sense of tranquility and sophistication to any room. Pair Fanfare with accents in warm neutrals like Benjamin Moore Simply White OC-117 or cool tones like Benjamin Moore Gray Owl OC-52 for a harmonious and balanced look. Complement this color with furnishings in rich textures such as velvet or natural wood to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Elevate your interior design with the timeless beauty of Fanfare and bring a touch of refinement to your home.
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What are Benjamin Moore Fanfare undertones?
The undertones of Fanfare can be accurately described as a Green and Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#E1E6E5
RGB code:
225, 230, 229
Is Benjamin Moore Fanfare 874 cool or warm?
With a hue of 168° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
874 Fanfare HSL code: 168, 9%, 89%
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 Fanfare
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:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Fanfare:
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.
Darker 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 Fanfare with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 348, such as Benjamin Moore Raindrops on Roses and Aplomb.
LRV of Fanfare
Fanfare has an LRV of 77.77% and refers to Off‑White colors that reflect a lot of 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 77.77%, 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 | #E1E6E5 | |
| RGB Decimal | 225, 230, 229 | |
| RGB Percent | 88.24%, 90.20%, 89.80% | |
| HSV | Hue: 168° Saturation: 2.17% Value: 90.2% | |
| HSL | hsl(168, 9, 89) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 2.17 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 0.43 Key: 9.8 | |
| YIQ | Y: 228.391 I: -2.658 Q: -1.369 | |
| XYZ | X: 73.487 Y: 78.258 Z: 85.341 | |
| CIE Lab | L:90.898 a:-1.855 b:-0.095 | |
| CIE Luv | L:90.898 u:-2.735 v:0.184 | |
| Decimal | 14804709 | |
| Hunter Lab | 88.464, -6.53, 4.727 |
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