What is the HEX code for Benjamin Moore Gray Horse?

The hexadecimal color code for Benjamin Moore Gray Horse undertone is #B9BBB1 .

What is the RGB code of Benjamin Moore Gray Horse?

RGB code is 185, 187, 177 . 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 Gray Horse 2140-50

Q: Is Benjamin Moore Gray Horse 2140-50 cool or warm?

Benjamin Moore 2140-50 Gray Horse is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Benjamin Moore Gray Horse undertones?

Yellow is Benjamin Moore Gray Horse undertone color.

Official page:	Gray Horse 2140-50
Code:	2140-50
Name:	Gray Horse
Brand:	Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Gray Horse?

Benjamin Moore 2140-50 Gray Horse exudes a timeless elegance that effortlessly complements a range of color palettes. This muted gray hue pairs beautifully with soft blues, pale greens, and warm neutrals, creating a sophisticated and versatile ambiance in any space. Its versatility allows it to seamlessly blend with both modern and traditional styles, making it a popular choice for interior designers and homeowners alike. Whether used as a calming backdrop or a statement accent, Gray Horse adds a touch of refinement and sophistication to any room.

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What are Benjamin Moore Gray Horse undertones?

The undertone of Gray Horse can be accurately described as a Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#B9BBB1

RGB code:

185, 187, 177

Is Benjamin Moore Gray Horse 2140-50 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 72° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

2140-50 Gray Horse HSL code: 72, 7%, 71%

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.
Warm green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.

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 Gray Horse

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 Gray Horse:

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

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Darker shades

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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 Gray Horse with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 252, such as Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm and Iced Lavender.

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LRV of Gray Horse

Gray Horse has an LRV of 48.54% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident 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 48.54%, 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	#B9BBB1
RGB Decimal	185, 187, 177
RGB Percent	72.55%, 73.33%, 69.41%
HSV	Hue: 72° Saturation: 5.35% Value: 73.33%
HSL	hsl(72, 7, 71)
CMYK	Cyan: 1.07 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 5.35 Key: 26.67
YIQ	Y: 185.262 I: 2.022 Q: -3.535
XYZ	X: 45.712 Y: 49.029 Z: 48.638
CIE Lab	L:75.47 a:-2.523 b:4.819
CIE Luv	L:75.47 u:-0.596 v:7.498
Decimal	12172209
Hunter Lab	70.021, -6.006, 7.83