Benjamin Moore Hillsborough Beige / CC-330 / 1033
| Official page: | Hillsborough Beige 1033 |
| Code: | 1033 |
| Name: | Hillsborough Beige |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Hillsborough Beige?
Benjamin Moore 1033 Hillsborough Beige exudes timeless elegance with its warm undertones and subtle earthy hues. This versatile color pairs beautifully with rich navy blues, soft sage greens, and crisp whites for a sophisticated and classic look. Whether used as a main wall color or accent, Hillsborough Beige brings a sense of warmth and sophistication to any space. Its neutral yet inviting nature makes it a perfect choice for creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere in both traditional and contemporary interiors. Elevate your decor with Benjamin Moore 1033 Hillsborough Beige and create a space that exudes understated luxury and comfort.
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What are Benjamin Moore Hillsborough Beige undertones?
The undertone of Hillsborough Beige 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
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HEX value
HEX value:
#BCA68C
RGB code:
188, 166, 140
Is Benjamin Moore Hillsborough Beige 1033 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 32° thisBeigerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
1033 Hillsborough Beige HSL code: 32, 26%, 64%
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 beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
- 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 Hillsborough Beige
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 Beige shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Hillsborough Beige:
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
1033
Hillsborough Beige
Darker shades
1033
Hillsborough Beige
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 Hillsborough Beige with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 212, such as Benjamin Moore Providence Blue and Van Courtland Blue.
LRV of Hillsborough Beige
Hillsborough Beige has an LRV of 39.52% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?
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 39.52%, 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 | #BCA68C |  |
| RGB Decimal | 188, 166, 140 | |
| RGB Percent | 73.73%, 65.10%, 54.90% | |
| HSV | Hue: 32° Saturation: 25.53% Value: 73.73% | |
| HSL | hsl(32, 26, 64) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 11.7 Yellow: 25.53 Key: 26.27 | |
| YIQ | Y: 169.614 I: 21.465 Q: -3.437 | |
| XYZ | X: 39.109 Y: 39.858 Z: 30.437 | |
| CIE Lab | L:69.369 a:3.922 b:16.416 | |
| CIE Luv | L:69.369 u:15.291 v:21.84 | |
| Decimal | 12363404 | |
| Hunter Lab | 63.134, 0.09, 15.609 | |
Benjamin Moore 1033 Hillsborough Beige
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