Benjamin Moore Stonybrook 1566
| Official page: | Stonybrook 1566 |
| Code: | 1566 |
| Name: | Stonybrook |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Stonybrook?
Enhance your space with Benjamin Moore Stonybrook (1566), a serene and sophisticated hue that exudes tranquility and elegance. This timeless shade of blue-gray serves as a versatile backdrop for various design styles, from modern to traditional. Pair Stonybrook with crisp whites for a fresh and airy look, or with warm neutrals like Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee (OC-45) for a cozy and inviting feel. Incorporate accents in soft blush pink or dusty sage green to complement Stonybrook's calming presence. Elevate your interior with this versatile color that effortlessly transforms any room into a soothing sanctuary.
Stonybrook for exterior
Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
Benjamin Moore Stonybrook reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
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What are Benjamin Moore Stonybrook undertones?
The undertone of Stonybrook can be accurately described as a Green 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#8B9490
RGB code:
139, 148, 144
Is Benjamin Moore Stonybrook 1566 cool or warm?
With a hue of 153° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
1566 Stonybrook HSL code: 153, 4%, 56%
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 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.
- Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.
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 Stonybrook
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 Stonybrook:
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
1566
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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 Stonybrook with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 333, such as Benjamin Moore Raindrops on Roses and Aplomb.
LRV of Stonybrook
Stonybrook has an LRV of 29.27% and refers to Medium 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 29.27%, 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 | #8B9490 | |
| RGB Decimal | 139, 148, 144 | |
| RGB Percent | 54.51%, 58.04%, 56.47% | |
| HSV | Hue: 153° Saturation: 6.08% Value: 58.04% | |
| HSL | hsl(153, 4, 56) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 6.08 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 2.7 Key: 41.96 | |
| YIQ | Y: 144.853 I: -4.078 Q: -3.149 | |
| XYZ | X: 26.27 Y: 28.682 Z: 30.53 | |
| CIE Lab | L:60.5 a:-4.047 b:0.993 | |
| CIE Luv | L:60.5 u:-4.814 v:2.077 | |
| Decimal | 9147536 | |
| Hunter Lab | 53.556, -6.165, 3.69 |
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