Benjamin Moore Rainstorm CSP-50

Official page:Rainstorm CSP-50
Code:CSP-50
Name:Rainstorm
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Rainstorm?

Imagine a space painted in Benjamin Moore CSP-50 Rainstorm, a captivating hue that exudes sophistication and depth. This rich shade pairs beautifully with accents in ivory and pale gold, creating a luxurious and modern feel. The deep tones of Rainstorm create a serene atmosphere, perfect for a cozy reading nook or a serene bedroom retreat. Complement the Benjamin Moore CSP-50 Rainstorm walls with furnishings in warm neutrals to enhance its elegant and timeless appeal. This versatile color can effortlessly transition from a classic to a contemporary vibe, making it a stylish choice for any room in the home.

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What are Benjamin Moore Rainstorm undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#929591

RGB code:

146, 149, 145

Is Benjamin Moore Rainstorm CSP-50 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
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With a hue of 105° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

CSP-50 Rainstorm HSL code: 105, 2%, 58%

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.
  • 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 Rainstorm

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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Rainstorm:

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

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Darker shades

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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 Rainstorm with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 285, such as Benjamin Moore Iris Bliss and Grappa.

LRV of Rainstorm

Rainstorm has an LRV of 30.16% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 30.16%, 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#929591Copy color code
RGB Decimal146, 149, 145Copy color code
RGB Percent57.25%, 58.43%, 56.86%Copy color code
HSVHue: 105° Saturation: 2.68% Value: 58.43%Copy color code
HSLhsl(105, 2, 58)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 2.01 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 2.68 Key: 41.57Copy color code
YIQY: 147.647 I: -0.502 Q: -1.879Copy color code
XYZX: 27.711 Y: 29.65 Z: 31.044Copy color code
CIE LabL:61.351 a:-1.866 b:1.73Copy color code
CIE LuvL:61.351 u:-1.485 v:2.768Copy color code
Decimal9606545Copy color code
Hunter Lab54.452, -4.451, 4.315Copy color code