Benjamin Moore Pale Avocado / Green Umber / 2146-40
| Official page: | Pale Avocado 2146-40 |
| Code: | 2146-40 |
| Name: | Pale Avocado |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Pale Avocado?
Benjamin Moore 2146-40 Pale Avocado adds a soft and refreshing touch to any space. This gentle shade pairs beautifully with warm neutrals like ivory and beige, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. For a pop of contrast, consider incorporating deep blues or rich burgundies to create a stunning visual balance. The versatility of Pale Avocado allows for endless possibilities in decor styles, whether you prefer a modern, minimalist look or a more traditional, rustic charm. Embrace the tranquil allure of this captivating hue and transform your space into a serene sanctuary.
Pale Avocado 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.
Pale Avocado 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 2146-40 for bathroom
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Benjamin Moore 2146-40 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 Pale Avocado reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Pale Avocado undertones?
The undertone of Pale Avocado 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#D3CF8F
RGB code:
211, 207, 143
Is Benjamin Moore Pale Avocado 2146-40 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 56° thisGreenrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
2146-40 Pale Avocado HSL code: 56, 44%, 69%
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 Pale Avocado
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 Pale Avocado:
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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Pale Avocado
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 Pale Avocado with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 236, such as Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm and Luxe.
LRV of Pale Avocado
Pale Avocado has an LRV of 58.88% 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 58.88%, 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 | #D3CF8F |  |
| RGB Decimal | 211, 207, 143 | |
| RGB Percent | 82.75%, 81.18%, 56.08% | |
| HSV | Hue: 56° Saturation: 32.23% Value: 82.75% | |
| HSL | hsl(56, 44, 69) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 1.9 Yellow: 32.23 Key: 17.25 | |
| YIQ | Y: 200.9 I: 22.95 Q: -19.071 | |
| XYZ | X: 54.135 Y: 60.459 Z: 34.797 | |
| CIE Lab | L:82.087 a:-8.329 b:32.377 | |
| CIE Luv | L:82.087 u:5.768 v:45.233 | |
| Decimal | 13881231 | |
| Hunter Lab | 77.755, -11.797, 27.895 | |
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