Benjamin Moore Princeton Gold HC-14
| Official page: | Princeton Gold HC-14 |
| Code: | HC-14 |
| Name: | Princeton Gold |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Princeton Gold?
Immerse your living space in the warm embrace of Benjamin Moore Princeton Gold (HC-14), a hue that effortlessly radiates elegance and sophistication. This rich and inviting shade is perfect for creating a cozy ambiance in your living room or dining area, enhancing the natural light and infusing the space with a sense of luxury. Pair Princeton Gold with soft neutral tones and metallic accents to elevate your bedroom or home office into a stylish sanctuary that exudes timeless charm. Whether seeking a touch of opulence in a formal sitting room or a vibrant burst of warmth in a kitchen, this versatile color will transform any room into a haven of comfort and style.
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What are Benjamin Moore Princeton Gold undertones?
The undertone of Princeton Gold can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#C2AA6C
RGB code:
194, 170, 108
Is Benjamin Moore Princeton Gold HC-14 cool or warm?
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cool
With a hue of 43° thisYellowrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
HC-14 Princeton Gold HSL code: 43, 41%, 59%
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.
- 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 Princeton Gold
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:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Princeton Gold:
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
HC-14
Princeton Gold
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 Princeton Gold with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 223, such as Benjamin Moore Feather Gray and Bachelor Blue.
LRV of Princeton Gold
Princeton Gold has an LRV of 39.37% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 39.37%, 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 | #C2AA6C |  |
| RGB Decimal | 194, 170, 108 | |
| RGB Percent | 76.08%, 66.67%, 42.35% | |
| HSV | Hue: 43° Saturation: 44.33% Value: 76.08% | |
| HSL | hsl(43, 41, 59) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 12.37 Yellow: 44.33 Key: 23.92 | |
| YIQ | Y: 170.108 I: 34.225 Q: -14.217 | |
| XYZ | X: 39.331 Y: 41.303 Z: 20.084 | |
| CIE Lab | L:70.388 a:0.231 b:35.096 | |
| CIE Luv | L:70.388 u:19.149 v:44.451 | |
| Decimal | 12757612 | |
| Hunter Lab | 64.268, -3.23, 26.459 | |
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