Benjamin Moore Perspective CSP-5
| Official page: | Perspective CSP-5 |
| Code: | CSP-5 |
| Name: | Perspective |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Perspective?
Step into a space of tranquility with Benjamin Moore CSP-5 Perspective. This soothing pale gray with subtle blue undertones creates a harmonious atmosphere perfect for modern interiors. Pair Perspective with crisp whites and soft blues for a fresh and airy feel, or add warmth with touches of natural wood and soft blush pinks. This versatile color effortlessly complements both cool and warm tones, making it an ideal choice for any room in your home. Elevate your interior design with the calming allure of Perspective.
Perspective for living room
Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space
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What are Benjamin Moore Perspective undertones?
The undertone of Perspective can be accurately described as a Green 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#CBCDCA
RGB code:
203, 205, 202
Is Benjamin Moore Perspective CSP-5 cool or warm?
With a hue of 100° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
CSP-5 Perspective HSL code: 100, 3%, 80%
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.
- Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.
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 Perspective
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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Perspective:
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
CSP-5
Perspective
Darker shades
CSP-5
Perspective
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 Perspective with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 280, such as Benjamin Moore Iris Bliss and Grappa.
LRV of Perspective
Perspective has an LRV of 60.22% 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 60.22%, 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 | #CBCDCA | |
| RGB Decimal | 203, 205, 202 | |
| RGB Percent | 79.61%, 80.39%, 79.22% | |
| HSV | Hue: 100° Saturation: 1.46% Value: 80.39% | |
| HSL | hsl(100, 3, 80) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.98 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 1.46 Key: 19.61 | |
| YIQ | Y: 204.06 I: -0.228 Q: -1.357 | |
| XYZ | X: 57.118 Y: 60.623 Z: 64.554 | |
| CIE Lab | L:82.176 a:-1.234 b:1.253 | |
| CIE Luv | L:82.176 u:-0.965 v:2.099 | |
| Decimal | 13356490 | |
| Hunter Lab | 77.861, -5.311, 5.346 |
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