Benjamin Moore Icy Morn 457
| Official page: | Icy Morn 457 |
| Code: | 457 |
| Name: | Icy Morn |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Icy Morn?
Benjamin Moore 457 Icy Morn is a serene and cool shade reminiscent of a misty morning. This soft and subtle color creates a calming and peaceful atmosphere in any space it adorns. Pair Icy Morn with crisp whites, soft grays, and light blues to enhance its tranquil vibe. This versatile color works well with both modern and traditional decor, making it a perfect choice for bedrooms, bathrooms, or living areas. Infuse your space with a touch of elegance and sophistication by incorporating Benjamin Moore 457 Icy Morn into your color palette.
Icy Morn for bedroom
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Icy Morn for living room
Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Green shade can create a unique space
Benjamin Moore 457 for bathroom
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Benjamin Moore 457 on kitchen cabinets
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Benjamin Moore Icy Morn reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Icy Morn undertones?
The undertone of Icy Morn 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#CED9CC
RGB code:
206, 217, 204
Is Benjamin Moore Icy Morn 457 cool or warm?
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cool
With a hue of 111° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
457 Icy Morn HSL code: 111, 15%, 83%
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 green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.
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 Icy Morn
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 Green shade looks under different lighting:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Icy Morn:
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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Icy Morn
Darker shades
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 Icy Morn with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 291, such as Benjamin Moore Iris Bliss and Grappa.
LRV of Icy Morn
Icy Morn has an LRV of 65.84% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 65.84%, 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 | #CED9CC |  |
| RGB Decimal | 206, 217, 204 | |
| RGB Percent | 80.78%, 85.10%, 80.00% | |
| HSV | Hue: 111° Saturation: 5.99% Value: 85.1% | |
| HSL | hsl(111, 15, 83) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 5.07 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 5.99 Key: 14.9 | |
| YIQ | Y: 212.229 I: -2.377 Q: -6.372 | |
| XYZ | X: 61.163 Y: 67.107 Z: 66.841 | |
| CIE Lab | L:85.558 a:-6.079 b:5.122 | |
| CIE Luv | L:85.558 u:-5.496 v:8.749 | |
| Decimal | 13556172 | |
| Hunter Lab | 81.919, -10.085, 8.966 | |
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