Benjamin Moore Savannah Shade 525

Official page:Savannah Shade 525
Code:525
Name:Savannah Shade
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Savannah Shade?

Evoke a sense of comfort and tranquility with Benjamin Moore 525, Savannah Shade. This soft and soothing hue offers a subtle warmth that effortlessly transforms a living room into a cozy retreat. Incorporate 525 into a bedroom to create a peaceful sanctuary perfect for unwinding after a long day. The timeless elegance of Savannah Shade makes it a versatile choice for any space where you desire a touch of understated sophistication, whether it's a study, nursery, or even a bathroom. Invite the soothing charm of Benjamin Moore 525 into your home and experience the serene beauty it brings to your surroundings.

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What are Benjamin Moore Savannah Shade undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#918659

RGB code:

145, 134, 89

Is Benjamin Moore Savannah Shade 525 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 48° thisdark greenrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

525 Savannah Shade HSL code: 48, 24%, 46%

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 green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
  • 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.

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 Savannah Shade

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 dark green shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Savannah Shade:

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 Savannah Shade with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 228, such as Benjamin Moore Bachelor Blue and Approaching Storm.

LRV of Savannah Shade

Savannah Shade has an LRV of 24.37% 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 24.37%, 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#918659Copy color code
RGB Decimal145, 134, 89Copy color code
RGB Percent56.86%, 52.55%, 34.90%Copy color code
HSVHue: 48° Saturation: 38.62% Value: 56.86%Copy color code
HSLhsl(48, 24, 46)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 7.59 Yellow: 38.62 Key: 43.14Copy color code
YIQY: 132.159 I: 21.015 Q: -11.677Copy color code
XYZX: 22.006 Y: 23.792 Z: 12.882Copy color code
CIE LabL:55.879 a:-2.802 b:25.747Copy color code
CIE LuvL:55.879 u:9.427 v:32.331Copy color code
Decimal9537113Copy color code
Hunter Lab48.777, -4.83, 18.486Copy color code
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