Benjamin Moore Key Pearl 885

Official page:Key Pearl 885
Code:885
Name:Key Pearl
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Key Pearl?

Benjamin Moore 885 Key Pearl emanates a sense of sophistication and elegance, offering a subtle yet refined touch to any space. This soft, neutral color pairs beautifully with deep blues like Benjamin Moore 2064-10 Symphony Blue or warm, earthy tones such as Benjamin Moore 2093-70 Sandlot Gray. When complemented with accents of Benjamin Moore 2126-40 Smokestack, the Key Pearl creates a harmonious and inviting atmosphere, perfect for both modern and traditional interiors. Whether used as a main wall color or as a backdrop for rich textures, Key Pearl adds a touch of timeless beauty to any room.

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What are Benjamin Moore Key Pearl undertones?

The undertone of Key Pearl 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#F5E4DF

RGB code:

245, 228, 223

Is Benjamin Moore Key Pearl 885 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 14° thisPinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

885 Key Pearl HSL code: 14, 52%, 92%

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 pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
  • 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 Key Pearl

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 Pink shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Key Pearl:

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 Key Pearl with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 194, such as Benjamin Moore Fort Pierce Green and Gray Sky.

LRV of Key Pearl

Key Pearl has an LRV of 78.31% 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 78.31%, 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#F5E4DFCopy color code
RGB Decimal245, 228, 223Copy color code
RGB Percent96.08%, 89.41%, 87.45%Copy color code
HSVHue: 14° Saturation: 8.98% Value: 96.08%Copy color code
HSLhsl(14, 52, 92)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 6.94 Yellow: 8.98 Key: 3.92Copy color code
YIQY: 232.513 I: 11.737 Q: 2.04Copy color code
XYZX: 78.716 Y: 80.228 Z: 81.131Copy color code
CIE LabL:91.787 a:4.947 b:4.523Copy color code
CIE LuvL:91.787 u:10.211 v:5.938Copy color code
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Hunter Lab89.57, 0.123, 8.995Copy color code
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