Benjamin Moore Stormy Sky 1616

Official page:Stormy Sky 1616
Code:1616
Name:Stormy Sky
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Stormy Sky?

If you're looking to create a sophisticated atmosphere, consider incorporating Benjamin Moore 1616 Stormy Sky into your space. This deep hue can be complemented by neutrals like white or beige to bring balance and contrast. Additionally, pairing Stormy Sky with accents in warm metallic tones such as gold or copper can add a touch of elegance and glamour to the room. For a harmonious look, try combining Stormy Sky with natural elements like wood or stone to create a cozy and inviting environment. The versatility of Stormy Sky allows for endless possibilities in styling your space, whether you opt for a modern, traditional, or eclectic design scheme.

Stormy Sky 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.

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What are Benjamin Moore Stormy Sky undertones?

The undertone of Stormy Sky can be accurately described as a Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#626568

RGB code:

98, 101, 104

Is Benjamin Moore Stormy Sky 1616 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 210° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

1616 Stormy Sky HSL code: 210, 3%, 40%

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.
  • 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 Stormy Sky

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this black shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Stormy Sky:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

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 Stormy Sky with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 30, such as Benjamin Moore Night Shade and Woodcliff Lake.

LRV of Stormy Sky

Stormy Sky has an LRV of 13.75% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little lightWhy 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 13.75%, 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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HEX#626568Copy color code
RGB Decimal98, 101, 104Copy color code
RGB Percent38.43%, 39.61%, 40.78%Copy color code
HSVHue: 210° Saturation: 5.77% Value: 40.78%Copy color code
HSLhsl(210, 3, 40)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 5.77 Magenta: 2.88 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 59.22Copy color code
YIQY: 100.445 I: -2.752 Q: 0.299Copy color code
XYZX: 12.189 Y: 12.903 Z: 14.941Copy color code
CIE LabL:42.617 a:-0.52 b:-2.095Copy color code
CIE LuvL:42.617 u:-1.806 v:-2.692Copy color code
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Hunter Lab35.921, -2.294, 0.483Copy color code
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