What is the HEX code for Benjamin Moore Gunmetal?

The hexadecimal color code for Benjamin Moore Gunmetal undertone is #6A6F70 .

What is the RGB code of Benjamin Moore Gunmetal?

RGB code is 106, 111, 112 . 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 Gunmetal 1602

Q: Is Benjamin Moore Gunmetal 1602 cool or warm?

Benjamin Moore 1602 Gunmetal is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Benjamin Moore Gunmetal undertones?

Blue is Benjamin Moore Gunmetal undertone color.

Official page:	Gunmetal 1602
Code:	1602
Name:	Gunmetal
Brand:	Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Gunmetal?

Enhance your space with the sophisticated allure of Benjamin Moore 1602 Gunmetal. This deep and rich hue adds a touch of elegance and drama to any room. Pair Gunmetal with crisp whites and soft greys for a modern and polished look, or with warmer tones like creamy beige and mustard yellow for a cozy and inviting feel. Whether used as an accent wall or for all-over coverage, Gunmetal brings a sense of depth and refinement to your decor. Elevate your interior style with this versatile and timeless color.

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What are Benjamin Moore Gunmetal undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#6A6F70

RGB code:

106, 111, 112

Is Benjamin Moore Gunmetal 1602 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 190° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

1602 Gunmetal HSL code: 190, 3%, 43%

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.

Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
Cool 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.
Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

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 Gunmetal

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 black shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Gunmetal:

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

1602
Gunmetal

Darker shades

1602
Gunmetal

AF-560
Flint

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 Gunmetal with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 10, such as Benjamin Moore Quietly Violet and Desert Shadows.

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LRV of Gunmetal

Gunmetal has an LRV of 16.63% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 16.63%, 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	#6A6F70
RGB Decimal	106, 111, 112
RGB Percent	41.57%, 43.53%, 43.92%
HSV	Hue: 190° Saturation: 5.36% Value: 43.92%
HSL	hsl(190, 3, 43)
CMYK	Cyan: 5.36 Magenta: 0.89 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 56.08
YIQ	Y: 109.619 I: -3.301 Q: -0.746
XYZ	X: 14.552 Y: 15.603 Z: 17.57
CIE Lab	L:46.449 a:-1.692 b:-1.214
CIE Luv	L:46.449 u:-2.808 v:-1.375
Decimal	6975344
Hunter Lab	39.5, -3.365, 1.278