Benjamin Moore Maidenhair Fern 500
| Official page: | Maidenhair Fern 500 |
| Code: | 500 |
| Name: | Maidenhair Fern |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Maidenhair Fern?
Step into a space painted in Benjamin Moore 500 Maidenhair Fern, a rich and earthy hue that exudes elegance and tranquility. This deep green shade, also known as Maidenhair Fern, pairs beautifully with neutral tones such as Benjamin Moore 954 Peach Parfait and Benjamin Moore HC-173 Edgecomb Gray for a harmonious and sophisticated look. Complement the deep tones of Maidenhair Fern with accents in Benjamin Moore 2074-20 Blue Note or Benjamin Moore 2146-30 Dark Olive for a contemporary and inviting atmosphere. Embrace the timeless appeal of Benjamin Moore 500 'Maidenhair Fern' and create a captivating space that exudes warmth and style.
Maidenhair Fern 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 Mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Maidenhair Fern for living room
Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Green shade can create a unique space
Benjamin Moore 500 for bathroom
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Benjamin Moore 500 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Benjamin Moore Maidenhair Fern 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 Maidenhair Fern undertones?
The undertone of Maidenhair Fern can be accurately described as a Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#CCCFAE
RGB code:
204, 207, 174
Is Benjamin Moore Maidenhair Fern 500 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 65° thisGreenrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
500 Maidenhair Fern HSL code: 65, 26%, 75%
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 green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
- 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 Maidenhair Fern
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:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Maidenhair Fern:
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
500
Maidenhair Fern
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 Maidenhair Fern with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 245, such as Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm and Violet Sparkle.
LRV of Maidenhair Fern
Maidenhair Fern has an LRV of 58.58% 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 58.58%, 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 | #CCCFAE |  |
| RGB Decimal | 204, 207, 174 | |
| RGB Percent | 80.00%, 81.18%, 68.24% | |
| HSV | Hue: 65° Saturation: 15.94% Value: 81.18% | |
| HSL | hsl(65, 26, 75) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 1.45 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 15.94 Key: 18.82 | |
| YIQ | Y: 202.341 I: 8.817 Q: -10.904 | |
| XYZ | X: 54.853 Y: 60.519 Z: 48.825 | |
| CIE Lab | L:82.12 a:-6.644 b:16.09 | |
| CIE Luv | L:82.12 u:-0.014 v:24.289 | |
| Decimal | 13422510 | |
| Hunter Lab | 77.794, -10.278, 17.245 | |
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