Benjamin Moore Sage Mountain / CC-696 / Taiga / 1488

Official page:Sage Mountain 1488
Code:1488
Name:Sage Mountain
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Sage Mountain?

Benjamin Moore 1488 Sage Mountain exudes a sense of tranquility and sophistication, reminiscent of the peaceful hues found in nature. Complement the subtle elegance of Sage Mountain (1488) with accents of soft blush pink, warm terracotta, and rich charcoal grey. These colors create a harmonious palette that invites a feeling of comfort and relaxation into any space. Embrace the earthy tones of Sage Mountain (1488) and its complementary shades to achieve a balanced and timeless interior design scheme.

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What are Benjamin Moore Sage Mountain undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#95917F

RGB code:

149, 145, 127

Is Benjamin Moore Sage Mountain 1488 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 49° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

1488 Sage Mountain HSL code: 49, 9%, 54%

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 green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
  • Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.

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 Sage Mountain

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 Sage Mountain:

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 Sage Mountain with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 229, such as Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm and Comet.

LRV of Sage Mountain

Sage Mountain has an LRV of 28.5% 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 28.5%, 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#95917FCopy color code
RGB Decimal149, 145, 127Copy color code
RGB Percent58.43%, 56.86%, 49.80%Copy color code
HSVHue: 49° Saturation: 14.77% Value: 58.43%Copy color code
HSLhsl(49, 9, 54)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.68 Yellow: 14.77 Key: 41.57Copy color code
YIQY: 144.144 I: 8.168 Q: -4.755Copy color code
XYZX: 26.35 Y: 28.173 Z: 24.123Copy color code
CIE LabL:60.045 a:-1.754 b:10.093Copy color code
CIE LuvL:60.045 u:3.389 v:14.086Copy color code
Decimal9802111Copy color code
Hunter Lab53.078, -4.273, 10.209Copy color code