Benjamin Moore Rocking Chair CSP-400
| Official page: | Rocking Chair CSP-400 |
| Code: | CSP-400 |
| Name: | Rocking Chair |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Rocking Chair?
Transform your living space with the warm and inviting hue of Benjamin Moore Rocking Chair (CSP-400). This rich and sophisticated color effortlessly brings a sense of comfort and relaxation to any room it graces. Perfect for a cozy reading nook, a study or a den, Rocking Chair creates a serene atmosphere that encourages moments of peace and reflection. Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home with this versatile and stylish shade that pairs beautifully with both traditional and modern decor. Let the timeless beauty of Rocking Chair infuse your space with tranquility and charm, making it the perfect choice for creating a welcoming retreat.
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What are Benjamin Moore Rocking Chair undertones?
The undertone of Rocking Chair can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#D5CBBE
RGB code:
213, 203, 190
Is Benjamin Moore Rocking Chair CSP-400 cool or warm?
With a hue of 34° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
CSP-400 Rocking Chair HSL code: 34, 21%, 79%
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.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- 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.
- Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
- To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish
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 Rocking Chair
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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Rocking Chair:
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
CSP-400
Rocking Chair
Darker shades
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 Rocking Chair with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 214, such as Benjamin Moore Nocturnal Gray and Blue Spruce.
LRV of Rocking Chair
Rocking Chair has an LRV of 59.88% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 59.88%, 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 | #D5CBBE | |
| RGB Decimal | 213, 203, 190 | |
| RGB Percent | 83.53%, 79.61%, 74.51% | |
| HSV | Hue: 34° Saturation: 10.8% Value: 83.53% | |
| HSL | hsl(34, 21, 79) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 4.69 Yellow: 10.8 Key: 16.47 | |
| YIQ | Y: 204.508 I: 10.136 Q: -1.93 | |
| XYZ | X: 58.089 Y: 60.576 Z: 57.334 | |
| CIE Lab | L:82.151 a:1.253 b:7.722 | |
| CIE Luv | L:82.151 u:6.63 v:11.138 | |
| Decimal | 14011326 | |
| Hunter Lab | 77.831, -2.98, 10.806 |
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Worldly Gray
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