Benjamin Moore Sour Apple 401
| Official page: | Sour Apple 401 |
| Code: | 401 |
| Name: | Sour Apple |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Sour Apple?
Imagine stepping into a room painted in Benjamin Moore 401, where the vibrant Sour Apple walls instantly breathe life and energy into the space. This invigorating hue is perfect for bringing a pop of personality to a modern kitchen or a home office, creating a refreshing and creative atmosphere. Pairing it with crisp white furniture and natural wood accents will enhance its zesty charm, making it a standout choice for anyone looking to inject a dose of fun and boldness into their interiors. Whether you want to enliven a dull corner or make a bold statement, Benjamin Moore 401 Sour Apple is the perfect choice for those who dare to be different.
Sour Apple for bedroom
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Sour Apple for living room
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Benjamin Moore 401 for bathroom
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Benjamin Moore 401 on kitchen cabinets
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Benjamin Moore Sour Apple reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Sour Apple undertones?
The undertone of Sour Apple 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#E2ECB4
RGB code:
226, 236, 180
Is Benjamin Moore Sour Apple 401 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 71° thisGreenrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
401 Sour Apple HSL code: 71, 60%, 82%
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.
- 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 Sour Apple
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 Green shade looks under different lighting:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Sour Apple:
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
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 Sour Apple with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 251, such as Benjamin Moore Enchanted and Majestic Violet.
LRV of Sour Apple
Sour Apple has an LRV of 75.76% and refers to Off‑White colors that reflect a lot of 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 75.76%, 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 | #E2ECB4 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 226, 236, 180 | |
| RGB Percent | 88.63%, 92.55%, 70.59% | |
| HSV | Hue: 71° Saturation: 23.73% Value: 92.55% | |
| HSL | hsl(71, 60, 82) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 4.24 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 23.73 Key: 7.45 | |
| YIQ | Y: 226.626 I: 12.036 Q: -19.543 | |
| XYZ | X: 69.597 Y: 79.456 Z: 54.838 | |
| CIE Lab | L:91.44 a:-12.439 b:26.117 | |
| CIE Luv | L:91.44 u:-3.103 v:39.414 | |
| Decimal | 14871732 | |
| Hunter Lab | 89.138, -16.623, 25.921 | |
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