Benjamin Moore Seduction 1399
| Official page: | Seduction 1399 |
| Code: | 1399 |
| Name: | Seduction |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Seduction?
Benjamin Moore 1399 Seduction is a sultry and alluring shade that exudes sophistication. This deep hue pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like ivory and taupe, creating a rich and luxurious color palette. Adding touches of gold or bronze accents can enhance the opulent feel of Seduction1399. For a more contemporary look, consider pairing Seduction1399 with cool blues or greens to create a striking contrast that is both modern and elegant. Whether used as a statement wall color or in small doses throughout a space, Seduction1399 adds a touch of drama and romance to any room.
Seduction for bedroom
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Seduction for living room
Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Purple shade can create a unique space
Benjamin Moore 1399 for bathroom
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Benjamin Moore 1399 on kitchen cabinets
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Benjamin Moore Seduction reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Seduction undertones?
The undertone of Seduction can be accurately described as a Purple 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#6C598D
RGB code:
108, 89, 141
Is Benjamin Moore Seduction 1399 cool or warm?
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With a hue of 262° thisdark purplerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
1399 Seduction HSL code: 262, 23%, 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 purple shades add a touch of elegance and creativity to a room, making it feel luxurious and imaginative, ideal for bedrooms, creative spaces, and living areas.
- 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 Seduction
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 purple shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Seduction:
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
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Darker shades
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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 Seduction with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 82, such as Benjamin Moore Horizon Gray and Louisburg Green.
LRV of Seduction
Seduction has an LRV of 14.36% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 14.36%, 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 | #6C598D |  |
| RGB Decimal | 108, 89, 141 | |
| RGB Percent | 42.35%, 34.90%, 55.29% | |
| HSV | Hue: 262° Saturation: 36.88% Value: 55.29% | |
| HSL | hsl(262, 23, 45) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 23.4 Magenta: 36.88 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 44.71 | |
| YIQ | Y: 100.609 I: -5.388 Q: 20.202 | |
| XYZ | X: 14.563 Y: 12.256 Z: 26.79 | |
| CIE Lab | L:41.62 a:19.19 b:-25.98 | |
| CIE Luv | L:41.62 u:6.016 v:-39.315 | |
| Decimal | 7100813 | |
| Hunter Lab | 35.008, 12.989, -20.866 | |
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