What is the HEX code for Benjamin Moore Spanish Olive?

The hexadecimal color code for Benjamin Moore Spanish Olive undertone is #C5C3AE .

What is the RGB code of Benjamin Moore Spanish Olive?

RGB code is 197, 195, 174 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Benjamin Moore Spanish Olive / CC-606 / 1509

Q: Is Benjamin Moore Spanish Olive 1509 cool or warm?

Benjamin Moore 1509 Spanish Olive is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Benjamin Moore Spanish Olive undertones?

Yellow is Benjamin Moore Spanish Olive undertone color.

Official page:	Spanish Olive 1509
Code:	1509
Name:	Spanish Olive
Brand:	Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Spanish Olive?

Step into a luxuriously elegant space with Benjamin Moore 1509 Spanish Olive walls. This warm and inviting hue infuses any room with a sense of sophistication and charm. Pair the rich tones of Spanish Olive with accents in Benjamin Moore HC-166 Kendall Charcoal for a modern and sleek contrast, or opt for Benjamin Moore OC-17 White Dove for a fresh and classic look. Complement the depth of Spanish Olive with furnishings in natural materials like wood and rattan, creating a harmonious and inviting atmosphere that is both timeless and on-trend.

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What are Benjamin Moore Spanish Olive undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

HEX value

HEX value:

#C5C3AE

RGB code:

197, 195, 174

Is Benjamin Moore Spanish Olive 1509 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 55° thisBeigerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

1509 Spanish Olive HSL code: 55, 17%, 73%

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 beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
Warm greige shades combine the warmth of beige with the modernity of grey, offering a versatile and inviting backdrop for living rooms, dining areas, 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 Spanish Olive

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 Beige shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Spanish Olive:

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 Spanish Olive with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 235, such as Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm and Luxe.

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LRV of Spanish Olive

Spanish Olive has an LRV of 52.54% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident light. Why 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 52.54%, 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	#C5C3AE
RGB Decimal	197, 195, 174
RGB Percent	77.25%, 76.47%, 68.24%
HSV	Hue: 55° Saturation: 11.68% Value: 77.25%
HSL	hsl(55, 17, 73)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 1.02 Yellow: 11.68 Key: 22.75
YIQ	Y: 193.204 I: 7.94 Q: -6.112
XYZ	X: 50.18 Y: 53.957 Z: 47.804
CIE Lab	L:78.437 a:-2.944 b:10.814
CIE Luv	L:78.437 u:2.334 v:16.162
Decimal	12960686
Hunter Lab	73.455, -6.608, 12.833