Benjamin Moore Horizon / 1478 / OC-53

Official page:Horizon OC-53
Code:OC-53
Name:Horizon
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Horizon?

Elevate your space with Benjamin Moore Horizon (OC-53), a soothing and versatile soft gray with subtle undertones. This timeless hue creates a serene ambiance that pairs beautifully with crisp whites, warm taupe, and soft greiges. Blend Horizon effortlessly with accents in navy blue, soft blush, or even pops of mustard yellow for a balanced and inviting color scheme. Whether used on walls or furniture, Benjamin Moore OC-53 Horizon adds an understated elegance to any room, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a modern yet calming atmosphere.

Horizon for bedroom

We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful warm Light paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

Benjamin Moore Horizon bedroom review
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Horizon for living room

Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space

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Bm Horizon Living Room
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Benjamin Moore OC-53 for bathroom

Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully warm Light real bathrooms.

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Benjamin Moore Horizon reviews

View the photos of real spaces painted with this 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 Horizon undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

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RGB code:

223, 225, 219

Is Benjamin Moore Horizon OC-53 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 80° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

OC-53 Horizon HSL code: 80, 9%, 87%

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.
  • To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

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 Horizon

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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Horizon:

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.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

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 Horizon with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 260, such as Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm and North Cascades.

LRV of Horizon

Horizon has an LRV of 72.82% and refers to Off‑White 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 72.82%, 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#DFE1DBCopy color code
RGB Decimal223, 225, 219Copy color code
RGB Percent87.45%, 88.24%, 85.88%Copy color code
HSVHue: 80° Saturation: 2.67% Value: 88.24%Copy color code
HSLhsl(80, 9, 87)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.89 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 2.67 Key: 11.76Copy color code
YIQY: 223.718 I: 0.736 Q: -2.29Copy color code
XYZX: 70.14 Y: 74.653 Z: 77.713Copy color code
CIE LabL:89.23 a:-1.745 b:2.697Copy color code
CIE LuvL:89.23 u:-0.8 v:4.401Copy color code
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Hunter Lab86.402, -6.3, 7.154Copy color code
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