Benjamin Moore Mineral Alloy 1622
| Official page: | Mineral Alloy 1622 |
| Code: | 1622 |
| Name: | Mineral Alloy |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Mineral Alloy?
Introducing Benjamin Moore 1622 Mineral Alloy, a sophisticated and versatile hue that effortlessly elevates any space. This soft and serene color pairs beautifully with crisp whites for a clean and modern look, or with warm neutrals for a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Create a stylish and timeless aesthetic by combining Mineral Alloy with shades of grey, taupe, and soft blues. Whether used as a main wall color or as an accent, this chic hue adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to any room. Elevate your interior design with the timeless beauty of Mineral Alloy by Benjamin Moore.
Mineral Alloy for living room
Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Blue shade can create a unique space
Benjamin Moore 1622 for bathroom
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Benjamin Moore 1622 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Benjamin Moore Mineral Alloy reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Mineral Alloy undertones?
The undertone of Mineral Alloy can be accurately described as a Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#81909B
RGB code:
129, 144, 155
Is Benjamin Moore Mineral Alloy 1622 cool or warm?
With a hue of 205° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
1622 Mineral Alloy HSL code: 205, 12%, 56%
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 blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.
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 Mineral Alloy
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 Blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Mineral Alloy:
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
1622
Mineral Alloy
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 Mineral Alloy with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 25, such as Benjamin Moore Hint of Violet and Antique Pearl.
LRV of Mineral Alloy
Mineral Alloy has an LRV of 28.46% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 28.46%, 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 | #81909B | |
| RGB Decimal | 129, 144, 155 | |
| RGB Percent | 50.59%, 56.47%, 60.78% | |
| HSV | Hue: 205° Saturation: 16.77% Value: 60.78% | |
| HSL | hsl(205, 12, 56) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 16.77 Magenta: 7.1 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 39.22 | |
| YIQ | Y: 140.769 I: -12.473 Q: 0.25 | |
| XYZ | X: 24.941 Y: 26.98 Z: 34.895 | |
| CIE Lab | L:58.955 a:-2.977 b:-7.633 | |
| CIE Luv | L:58.955 u:-8.529 v:-10.65 | |
| Decimal | 8491163 | |
| Hunter Lab | 51.942, -5.188, -3.472 |
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