What is the HEX code for Benjamin Moore Mauve Desert?

The hexadecimal color code for Benjamin Moore Mauve Desert undertone is #B1A2A4 .

What is the RGB code of Benjamin Moore Mauve Desert?

RGB code is 177, 162, 164 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Benjamin Moore Mauve Desert 2113-50

Q: Is Benjamin Moore Mauve Desert 2113-50 cool or warm?

Benjamin Moore 2113-50 Mauve Desert is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Benjamin Moore Mauve Desert undertones?

Red is Benjamin Moore Mauve Desert undertone color.

Official page:	Mauve Desert 2113-50
Code:	2113-50
Name:	Mauve Desert
Brand:	Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Mauve Desert?

Embrace the sophisticated charm of Benjamin Moore Mauve Desert 2113-50, a hue that effortlessly blends elegance and warmth into any space. This dusky shade of mauve delicately infuses a bedroom with a sense of relaxation and tranquility, perfect for creating a cozy sanctuary for unwinding after a long day. In a living room or study, Mauve Desert complements neutral furnishings, adding a touch of refinement and subtly enhancing the room's ambiance. Whether used in a nursery or a reading nook, this versatile color invites comfort and showcases a timeless appeal within the home. Welcome the subtle beauty of Mauve Desert into your interiors and let its soft charm transform your living spaces into havens of serenity.

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What are Benjamin Moore Mauve Desert undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

HEX value

HEX value:

#B1A2A4

RGB code:

177, 162, 164

Is Benjamin Moore Mauve Desert 2113-50 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 352° thisPurplerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

2113-50 Mauve Desert HSL code: 352, 9%, 66%

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 purple shades add a rich and luxurious feel to a room, creating a sense of depth and warmth, ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and dining areas.
Warm pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
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 Mauve Desert

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).
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Mauve Desert:

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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Victorian Mauve

Darker shades

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Cinnamon Slate

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 Mauve Desert with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 172, such as Benjamin Moore Stratton Blue and Jack Pine.

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LRV of Mauve Desert

Mauve Desert has an LRV of 37.77% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why 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 37.77%, 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	#B1A2A4
RGB Decimal	177, 162, 164
RGB Percent	69.41%, 63.53%, 64.31%
HSV	Hue: 352° Saturation: 8.47% Value: 69.41%
HSL	hsl(352, 9, 66)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 8.47 Yellow: 7.34 Key: 30.59
YIQ	Y: 166.713 I: 8.296 Q: 3.795
XYZ	X: 37.751 Y: 37.869 Z: 40.433
CIE Lab	L:67.924 a:5.797 b:0.942
CIE Luv	L:67.924 u:8.696 v:0.365
Decimal	11641508
Hunter Lab	61.537, 1.814, 4.12