Benjamin Moore Gibraltar Cliffs 1587

Official page:Gibraltar Cliffs 1587
Code:1587
Name:Gibraltar Cliffs
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Gibraltar Cliffs?

Benjamin Moore 1587 Gibraltar Cliffs is a rich and earthy color that adds depth and sophistication to any interior space. This versatile hue pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like warm whites and beige to create a harmonious and serene ambiance. For a more dramatic look, combining Gibraltar Cliffs with deep greens or burnt oranges can bring a touch of warmth and intensity to the room. The interplay of light and shadow with the undertones of Gibraltar Cliffs further enhance its timeless appeal, making it a versatile choice for both traditional and contemporary design schemes.

Gibraltar Cliffs for bedroom (5 photos)

We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing blue shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful cool mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Gibraltar Cliffs for living room (3 photos)

Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this blue shade can create a unique space

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Benjamin Moore 1587 on kitchen cabinets (3 photos)

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool blue hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

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Benjamin Moore Gibraltar Cliffs reviews (8 photos)

View the photos of real spaces painted with this blue 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 Gibraltar Cliffs undertones?

Gibraltar Cliffs has a clear blue 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:

#8F9999

RGB code:

143, 153, 153

Is Benjamin Moore Gibraltar Cliffs 1587 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 180°, this Blue leans cool, but it's near the neutral line and may feel warmer in certain lighting.

1587 Gibraltar Cliffs HSL code: 180, 5%, 58%

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 Gibraltar Cliffs

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Blue shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Gibraltar Cliffs:

Monochromatic color scheme

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.

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Complementary color scheme

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 Gibraltar Cliffs with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 0, such as Benjamin Moore Quietly Violet and Desert Shadows.

LRV of Gibraltar Cliffs

Gibraltar Cliffs has an LRV of 31.77% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of lightWhy 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 31.77%, 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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HEX#8F9999Copy color code
RGB Decimal143, 153, 153Copy color code
RGB Percent56.08%, 60.00%, 60.00%Copy color code
HSVHue: 180° Saturation: 6.54% Value: 60.0%Copy color code
HSLhsl(180, 5, 58)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 6.54 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 40.0Copy color code
YIQY: 150.01 I: -5.959 Q: -2.115Copy color code
XYZX: 28.467 Y: 30.922 Z: 34.597Copy color code
CIE LabL:62.441 a:-3.578 b:-1.232Copy color code
CIE LuvL:62.441 u:-5.53 v:-1.188Copy color code
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Hunter Lab55.607, -5.933, 2.037Copy color code
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