Benjamin Moore Randolph Gray CW-85

What are Benjamin Moore Randolph Gray undertones?

The undertone of Randolph Gray can be accurately described as a Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

Is Benjamin Moore Randolph Gray CW-85 cool or warm?

warm

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With a hue of 60° thisbrownrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

CW-85 Randolph Gray HSL code: 60, 6%, 33%

• Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
• Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
• Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
• Warm 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 dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.

How light temperature affects Randolph 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:

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

4000K

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Randolph 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-85
Randolph Gray

• HC-166
  Kendall Charcoal

  

• CSP-765
  Rooftop Garden

  

• 2139-30
  Sharkskin

  

• 2140-30
  Dark Olive

  

• 2138-30
  Mohegan Sage

  

Darker shades

CW-85
Randolph Gray

• 2140-20
  Tuscany Green

  

• 2140-10
  Fatigue Green

  

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 Randolph Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 240, such as Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm and Luxe.

CW-85
Randolph Gray

• CSP-535
  Approaching Storm

  

• AF-580
  Luxe

  

• 1435
  Blue Gaspe

  

• 1422
  Violet Sparkle

  

• 1427
  French Violet

  

• CC-962
  Blackberry Punch

  

• 1439
  Yukon Sky

  

LRV of Randolph Gray

Randolph Gray has an LRV of 11.34% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why LRV is important?

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#58584E
RGB Decimal	88, 88, 78
RGB Percent	34.51%, 34.51%, 30.59%
HSV	Hue: 60° Saturation: 11.36% Value: 34.51%
HSL	hsl(60, 6, 33)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 11.36 Key: 65.49
YIQ	Y: 86.86 I: 3.213 Q: -3.112
XYZ	X: 8.889 Y: 9.604 Z: 8.591
CIE Lab	L:37.123 a:-2.02 b:5.809
CIE Luv	L:37.123 u:0.532 v:7.383
Decimal	5789774
Hunter Lab	30.991, -3.035, 5.257