Benjamin Moore Gotham CSP-385

Official page:Gotham CSP-385
Code:CSP-385
Name:Gotham
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Gotham?

Imagine a space painted with Benjamin Moore CSP-385 Gotham - a deep, moody hue that exudes sophistication and elegance. This rich color pairs beautifully with crisp whites such as Swiss Coffee or Seapearl, offering a striking contrast that enhances the drama of the room. When paired with warm neutrals like Revere Pewter or Edgecomb Gray, CSP-385 infuses a cozy yet luxurious atmosphere. For a more adventurous look, consider combining it with a pop of color like Hale Navy or Van Deusen Blue to create a bold statement that showcases the depth of Gotham.

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View the photos of real spaces painted with this beige 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 Gotham undertones?

Gotham has a clear red 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:

#877E78

RGB code:

135, 126, 120

Is Benjamin Moore Gotham CSP-385 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 24°, this brown leans warm, but it's close to neutral and can read cooler in some light.

CSP-385 Gotham HSL code: 24, 6%, 50%

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 Gotham

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 brown shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Gotham:

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 Gotham with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 204, such as Benjamin Moore Blue Lace and Nimbus Gray.

LRV of Gotham

Gotham has an LRV of 22.32% 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 22.32%, 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#877E78Copy color code
RGB Decimal135, 126, 120Copy color code
RGB Percent52.94%, 49.41%, 47.06%Copy color code
HSVHue: 24° Saturation: 11.11% Value: 52.94%Copy color code
HSLhsl(24, 6, 50)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 6.67 Yellow: 11.11 Key: 47.06Copy color code
YIQY: 128.007 I: 7.291 Q: 0.037Copy color code
XYZX: 20.842 Y: 21.429 Z: 20.802Copy color code
CIE LabL:53.416 a:2.306 b:4.492Copy color code
CIE LuvL:53.416 u:5.673 v:5.718Copy color code
Decimal8879736Copy color code
Hunter Lab46.291, -0.643, 5.76Copy color code
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