Benjamin Moore Silver Dollar 1460
| Official page: | Silver Dollar 1460 |
| Code: | 1460 |
| Name: | Silver Dollar |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Silver Dollar?
Benjamin Moore 1460 Silver Dollar is a sophisticated and timeless shade that adds a touch of elegance to any space. This soft and subtle gray with a hint of shimmer pairs beautifully with crisp whites such as Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace (OC-65) for a clean and modern look. To create a sense of depth and contrast, consider combining Silver Dollar with rich navy blues like Benjamin Moore Hale Navy (HC-154) or with warm greiges like Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray (HC-173). Whether used as the main color or as an accent, Silver Dollar effortlessly complements a wide range of color palettes for a chic and stylish interior.
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What are Benjamin Moore Silver Dollar undertones?
The undertone of Silver Dollar 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#B3B1B0
RGB code:
179, 177, 176
Is Benjamin Moore Silver Dollar 1460 cool or warm?
With a hue of 20° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
1460 Silver Dollar HSL code: 20, 2%, 70%
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 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 Silver Dollar
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 Silver Dollar:
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.
Darker shades
1460
Silver Dollar
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 Silver Dollar with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 200, such as Benjamin Moore Aegean Teal and Blue Lace.
LRV of Silver Dollar
Silver Dollar has an LRV of 44.26% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half 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 44.26%, 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 | #B3B1B0 | |
| RGB Decimal | 179, 177, 176 | |
| RGB Percent | 70.20%, 69.41%, 69.02% | |
| HSV | Hue: 20° Saturation: 1.68% Value: 70.2% | |
| HSL | hsl(20, 2, 70) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 1.12 Yellow: 1.68 Key: 29.8 | |
| YIQ | Y: 177.484 I: 1.513 Q: 0.112 | |
| XYZ | X: 42.147 Y: 44.163 Z: 47.366 | |
| CIE Lab | L:72.337 a:0.519 b:0.763 | |
| CIE Luv | L:72.337 u:1.2 v:1.033 | |
| Decimal | 11776432 | |
| Hunter Lab | 66.455, -3.088, 4.259 |
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