Benjamin Moore Richmond Green 553
| Official page: | Richmond Green 553 |
| Code: | 553 |
| Name: | Richmond Green |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Richmond Green?
Enhance your space with the captivating Benjamin Moore 553 Richmond Green. This rich and luxurious hue adds depth and sophistication to any room, creating a timeless atmosphere. Pair Richmond Green with soft neutrals such as Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray 975 or Benjamin Moore White Dove OC-17 for a classic and elegant look. For a bolder statement, consider combining it with accents of Benjamin Moore Hale Navy HC-154 or Benjamin Moore Caliente AF-290. Whether used as a main color or in small doses, this versatile shade is sure to bring warmth and style to your decor.
Richmond Green for bedroom
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What are Benjamin Moore Richmond Green undertones?
The undertone of Richmond Green 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#5F9253
RGB code:
95, 146, 83
Is Benjamin Moore Richmond Green 553 cool or warm?
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With a hue of 109° thisdark greenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
553 Richmond Green HSL code: 109, 28%, 45%
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.
- Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.
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 Richmond Green
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 dark green shade looks under different lighting:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Richmond 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 Richmond Green with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 289, such as Benjamin Moore Iris Bliss and Grappa.
LRV of Richmond Green
Richmond Green has an LRV of 24.32% 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 24.32%, 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 | #5F9253 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 95, 146, 83 | |
| RGB Percent | 37.25%, 57.25%, 32.55% | |
| HSV | Hue: 109° Saturation: 43.15% Value: 57.25% | |
| HSL | hsl(109, 28, 45) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 34.93 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 43.15 Key: 42.75 | |
| YIQ | Y: 123.569 I: -10.146 Q: -30.394 | |
| XYZ | X: 16.559 Y: 23.615 Z: 11.867 | |
| CIE Lab | L:55.7 a:-29.796 b:28.087 | |
| CIE Luv | L:55.7 u:-25.235 v:39.574 | |
| Decimal | 6263379 | |
| Hunter Lab | 48.595, -24.216, 19.538 | |
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