What is the HEX code for Benjamin Moore Powell Gray?

The hexadecimal color code for Benjamin Moore Powell Gray undertone is #5A656C .

What is the RGB code of Benjamin Moore Powell Gray?

RGB code is 90, 101, 108 . 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.

Benjamin Moore Powell Gray CW-665

Q: Is Benjamin Moore Powell Gray CW-665 cool or warm?

Benjamin Moore CW-665 Powell Gray is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Benjamin Moore Powell Gray undertones?

Blue is Benjamin Moore Powell Gray undertone color.

Official page:	Powell Gray CW-665
Code:	CW-665
Name:	Powell Gray
Brand:	Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Powell Gray?

Introducing the mesmerizing *Powell Gray* (CW-665) by Benjamin Moore, a sophisticated hue that effortlessly elevates any space. This serene shade, with its subtle undertones of blue and green, brings a calm and peaceful energy to bedrooms, living rooms, and home offices alike. Ideal for creating a tranquil sanctuary, *Powell Gray* infuses a sense of relaxation and harmony, making it a perfect choice for spaces where unwinding and recharging are a priority. Whether painted on walls or incorporated through furnishings and decor accents, this elegant color adds a touch of timeless elegance to any room it graces. Discover the versatile allure of *Powell Gray* and transform your living environment into a haven of style and tranquility.

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What are Benjamin Moore Powell Gray undertones?

Powell Gray has a clear blue undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.

HEX value:

#5A656C

RGB code:

90, 101, 108

Is Benjamin Moore Powell Gray CW-665 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 203°, this dark blue leans cool, but it's near the neutral line and may feel warmer in certain lighting.

CW-665 Powell Gray HSL code: 203, 9%, 39%

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.

How light temperature affects Powell 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).
Use the slider to see how this dark blue shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Powell 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

CW-665
Powell Gray

Darker shades

CW-665
Powell Gray

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 Powell Gray with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 23, such as Benjamin Moore Desert Shadows and Hint of Violet.

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LRV of Powell Gray

Powell Gray has an LRV of 14.61% 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 14.61%, 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	#5A656C
RGB Decimal	90, 101, 108
RGB Percent	35.29%, 39.61%, 42.35%
HSV	Hue: 203° Saturation: 16.67% Value: 42.35%
HSL	hsl(203, 9, 39)
CMYK	Cyan: 16.67 Magenta: 6.48 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 57.65
YIQ	Y: 98.509 I: -8.804 Q: -0.149
XYZ	X: 11.576 Y: 12.563 Z: 15.998
CIE Lab	L:42.098 a:-2.579 b:-5.367
CIE Luv	L:42.098 u:-6.101 v:-6.812
Decimal	5924204
Hunter Lab	35.445, -3.732, -1.95