What is the HEX code for Benjamin Moore Nocturnal Gray?

The hexadecimal color code for Benjamin Moore Nocturnal Gray undertone is #55656B .

What is the RGB code of Benjamin Moore Nocturnal Gray?

RGB code is 85, 101, 107 . 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.

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Q: Is Benjamin Moore Nocturnal Gray 2135-30 cool or warm?

Benjamin Moore 2135-30 Nocturnal Gray is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Benjamin Moore Nocturnal Gray undertones?

Blue is Benjamin Moore Nocturnal Gray undertone color.

Official page:	Nocturnal Gray 2135-30
Code:	2135-30
Name:	Nocturnal Gray
Brand:	Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Nocturnal Gray?

Benjamin Moore 2135-30 Nocturnal Gray exudes a sophisticated charm, effortlessly blending into various interior styles. This deep shade pairs beautifully with soft, muted tones like Benjamin Moore 936 Barely Beige and Benjamin Moore 1505 Linen White, creating a timeless and elegant color palette. For a bolder look, consider pairing Nocturnal Gray with accents of Benjamin Moore 2073-10 Black Iron or Benjamin Moore 2147-30 Deep Ocean to add depth and contrast to the space. Whether used as a main wall color or as an accent, Nocturnal Gray adds a sense of depth and richness to any room.

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What are Benjamin Moore Nocturnal Gray undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#55656B

RGB code:

85, 101, 107

Is Benjamin Moore Nocturnal Gray 2135-30 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 196° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

2135-30 Nocturnal Gray HSL code: 196, 11%, 38%

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 grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

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 Nocturnal Gray

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 Nocturnal Gray:

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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Darker shades

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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 Nocturnal Gray with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 16, such as Benjamin Moore Quietly Violet and Desert Shadows.

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color equivalents

LRV of Nocturnal Gray

Nocturnal Gray has an LRV of 13.81% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 13.81%, 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	#55656B
RGB Decimal	85, 101, 107
RGB Percent	33.33%, 39.61%, 41.96%
HSV	Hue: 196° Saturation: 20.56% Value: 41.96%
HSL	hsl(196, 11, 38)
CMYK	Cyan: 20.56 Magenta: 5.61 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 58.04
YIQ	Y: 96.9 I: -11.462 Q: -1.517
XYZ	X: 11.053 Y: 12.3 Z: 15.698
CIE Lab	L:41.689 a:-4.606 b:-5.408
CIE Luv	L:41.689 u:-8.472 v:-6.567
Decimal	5596523
Hunter Lab	35.071, -5.119, -1.988