Benjamin Moore Puritan Gray HC-164
Official page: | Puritan Gray HC-164 |
Code: | HC-164 |
Name: | Puritan Gray |
Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Puritan Gray?
Step into a world of timeless sophistication with Benjamin Moore’s HC-164 Puritan Gray. This versatile hue effortlessly blends modern elegance with classic charm, making it perfect for spaces that crave a touch of warmth and depth. Whether used in a cozy living room or a serene bedroom retreat, Puritan Gray exudes understated luxury and tranquility. Let this inviting color, with its subtle hints of green undertones, transform your home into a sanctuary of style and serenity. Embrace the understated beauty of HC-164 Puritan Gray and elevate any room with a touch of refined allure.
Benjamin Moore HC-164 for bathroom
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Benjamin Moore HC-164 on kitchen cabinets
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Puritan Gray for exterior
Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
Benjamin Moore Puritan Gray reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
What are Benjamin Moore Puritan Gray undertones?
The undertone of Puritan Gray 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#979F9B
RGB code:
151, 159, 155
Is Benjamin Moore Puritan Gray HC-164 cool or warm?
With a hue of 150° this Grey refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
HC-164 Puritan Gray HSL code: 150, 4%, 61%
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.
- Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.
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.
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Puritan 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 decor, it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
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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 Puritan Gray with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 330, such as Benjamin Moore Aplomb and Velvet Cloak.