What is the HEX code for Benjamin Moore Gardenia?

The hexadecimal color code for Benjamin Moore Gardenia undertone is #F3F0E9 .

What is the RGB code of Benjamin Moore Gardenia?

RGB code is 243, 240, 233 . 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 Gardenia AF-10

Q: Is Benjamin Moore Gardenia AF-10 cool or warm?

Benjamin Moore AF-10 Gardenia is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Benjamin Moore Gardenia undertones?

Red is Benjamin Moore Gardenia undertone color.

Official page:	Gardenia AF-10
Code:	AF-10
Name:	Gardenia
Brand:	Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Gardenia?

Step into a space transformed by the serene beauty of Gardenia. Benjamin Moore AF-10 envelops any room in a soft, soothing ambiance reminiscent of a blooming garden. This delicate hue pairs effortlessly with both modern and traditional decor, adding a touch of elegance and freshness to any space. Ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and bathrooms, Gardenia infuses tranquility and warmth, creating a sanctuary for relaxation and reflection. Let Gardenia AF-10 elevate your home with its timeless charm and understated sophistication.

Gardenia for living room

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What are Benjamin Moore Gardenia undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#F3F0E9

RGB code:

243, 240, 233

Is Benjamin Moore Gardenia AF-10 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 42° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

AF-10 Gardenia HSL code: 42, 29%, 93%

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.
To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

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 Gardenia

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 Gardenia:

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

AF-10
Gardenia

OC-69
White Opulence

Darker shades

AF-10
Gardenia

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 Gardenia with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 222, such as Benjamin Moore Normandy and Feather Gray.

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LRV of Gardenia

Gardenia has an LRV of 85.03% and refers to White colors that reflect almost all 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 85.03%, 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	#F3F0E9
RGB Decimal	243, 240, 233
RGB Percent	95.29%, 94.12%, 91.37%
HSV	Hue: 42° Saturation: 4.12% Value: 95.29%
HSL	hsl(42, 29, 93)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 1.23 Yellow: 4.12 Key: 4.71
YIQ	Y: 240.099 I: 4.037 Q: -1.544
XYZ	X: 82.827 Y: 87.258 Z: 89.548
CIE Lab	L:94.848 a:-0.21 b:3.735
CIE Luv	L:94.848 u:2.098 v:5.737
Decimal	15986921
Hunter Lab	93.412, -5.199, 8.551