Benjamin Moore Gotham CSP-385

What are Benjamin Moore Gotham undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

Is Benjamin Moore Gotham CSP-385 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 24° thisbrownrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

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

• Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
• Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
• Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
• 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.
• Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.

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:

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:

4000K

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Gotham:

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

CSP-385
Gotham

• 1461
  Sterling Silver

  

• AF-675
  Fusion

  

Darker shades

CSP-385
Gotham

• CSP-90
  Coachman's Cape

  

• 2112-30
  Stone Brown

  

• 1470
  Bear Creek

  

• 2134-30
  Iron Mountain

  

• 1463
  Topeka Taupe

  

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.

CSP-385
Gotham

• 1625
  Blue Lace

  

• 2131-50
  Nimbus Gray

  

• 1636
  Providence Blue

  

• HC-145
  Van Courtland Blue

  

• 2135-30
  Nocturnal Gray

  

• 1637
  Blue Spruce

  

• 2129-40
  Normandy

  

LRV of Gotham

Gotham has an LRV of 22.32% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#877E78
RGB Decimal	135, 126, 120
RGB Percent	52.94%, 49.41%, 47.06%
HSV	Hue: 24° Saturation: 11.11% Value: 52.94%
HSL	hsl(24, 6, 50)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 6.67 Yellow: 11.11 Key: 47.06
YIQ	Y: 128.007 I: 7.291 Q: 0.037
XYZ	X: 20.842 Y: 21.429 Z: 20.802
CIE Lab	L:53.416 a:2.306 b:4.492
CIE Luv	L:53.416 u:5.673 v:5.718
Decimal	8879736
Hunter Lab	46.291, -0.643, 5.76