Benjamin Moore Raindance / CC-680 / 1572

Official page:Raindance 1572
Code:1572
Name:Raindance
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Raindance?

Introduce a breath of fresh air into your living space with Benjamin Moore 1572 Raindance. This serene and calming blue hue effortlessly transforms any room into a tranquil retreat. Ideal for bedrooms, home offices, and bathrooms, Raindance adds a touch of sophistication and tranquility. Let the soothing essence of Raindance (1572) wash over you, creating a haven of relaxation and style in your home. Embrace this subtle yet impactful color choice to evoke a sense of peace and harmony throughout your space.

Benjamin Moore 1572 on kitchen cabinets

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

Benjamin Moore Raindance kitchen cabinets color
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Benjamin Moore Raindance kitchen cabinets color
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Benjamin Moore Raindance kitchen cabinets color
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Benjamin Moore Raindance kitchen cabinets color
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Benjamin Moore Raindance 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.

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Benjamin Moore Raindance painted furniture color
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What are Benjamin Moore Raindance undertones?

The undertone of Raindance 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#A7B3AA

RGB code:

167, 179, 170

Is Benjamin Moore Raindance 1572 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 135° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

1572 Raindance HSL code: 135, 7%, 68%

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 green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
  • 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.

How light temperature affects Raindance

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Green shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Raindance:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

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 Raindance with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 315, such as Benjamin Moore Black Raspberry and Peerage.

LRV of Raindance

Raindance has an LRV of 43.47% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident lightWhy 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 43.47%, 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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HEX#A7B3AACopy color code
RGB Decimal167, 179, 170Copy color code
RGB Percent65.49%, 70.20%, 66.67%Copy color code
HSVHue: 135° Saturation: 6.7% Value: 70.2%Copy color code
HSLhsl(135, 7, 68)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 6.7 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 5.03 Key: 29.8Copy color code
YIQY: 174.386 I: -4.259 Q: -5.339Copy color code
XYZX: 39.31 Y: 43.358 Z: 44.317Copy color code
CIE LabL:71.797 a:-5.908 b:3.156Copy color code
CIE LuvL:71.797 u:-6.249 v:5.62Copy color code
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Hunter Lab65.847, -8.667, 6.188Copy color code
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