Benjamin Moore Pale Straw 2021-70
| Official page: | Pale Straw 2021-70 |
| Code: | 2021-70 |
| Name: | Pale Straw |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Pale Straw?
Benjamin Moore's Pale Straw (2021-70) is a warm and inviting hue that adds a touch of sunshine to any space. This soft, pale yellow color pairs beautifully with crisp white accents, creating a fresh and airy atmosphere. For a subtle contrast, consider combining Pale Straw with soft greys or muted greens to enhance its natural warmth. Whether used as an accent or as a main color, Pale Straw brings a sense of brightness and serenity to a room, making it a perfect choice for those looking to create a welcoming and cozy environment.
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What are Benjamin Moore Pale Straw undertones?
The undertone of Pale Straw 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#FBF7DB
RGB code:
251, 247, 219
Is Benjamin Moore Pale Straw 2021-70 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 53° thisYellowrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
2021-70 Pale Straw HSL code: 53, 80%, 92%
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 yellow shades bring a sunny and cheerful atmosphere to a space, making it feel lively and welcoming, perfect for kitchens, living rooms, and play areas.
- To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish
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 Straw
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 Yellow shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Pale Straw:
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
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 Pale Straw with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 233, such as Benjamin Moore Purple Lace and Blueberry Hill.
LRV of Pale Straw
Pale Straw has an LRV of 86.88% and refers to White colors that reflect almost all 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 86.88%, 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 | #FBF7DB |  |
| RGB Decimal | 251, 247, 219 | |
| RGB Percent | 98.43%, 96.86%, 85.88% | |
| HSV | Hue: 53° Saturation: 12.75% Value: 98.43% | |
| HSL | hsl(53, 80, 92) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 1.59 Yellow: 12.75 Key: 1.57 | |
| YIQ | Y: 245.004 I: 11.381 Q: -7.867 | |
| XYZ | X: 85.828 Y: 92.146 Z: 80.263 | |
| CIE Lab | L:96.88 a:-3.27 b:13.952 | |
| CIE Luv | L:96.88 u:3.864 v:21.387 | |
| Decimal | 16512987 | |
| Hunter Lab | 95.993, -8.388, 17.62 | |
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