Benjamin Moore Sundress CSP-940

Official page:Sundress CSP-940
Code:CSP-940
Name:Sundress
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Sundress?

Introducing the captivating allure of Sundress (CSP-940) by Benjamin Moore, a sophisticated hue that exudes warmth and vitality. This radiant shade of yellow with subtle hints of gold evokes feelings of joy and optimism, making it ideal for spaces that call for a touch of cheer and positivity. Imagine this luminous color gracing the walls of a cozy living room, a cheerful kitchen, or a sun-kissed dining area, infusing the space with a bright and inviting atmosphere. Whether used as an accent or as the main wall color, Sundress (CSP-940) brings a sunny disposition to any room, creating a space that uplifts the spirit and delights the senses. Embrace the uplifting energy of Sundress (CSP-940) and let its golden warmth transform your interiors into spaces that radiate with happiness and style.

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What are Benjamin Moore Sundress undertones?

Sundress has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.

HEX value:

#F8E4B2

RGB code:

248, 228, 178

Is Benjamin Moore Sundress CSP-940 cool or warm?

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Color wheel

At 43° on the HSL hue wheel, this Yellow sits firmly on the warm side.

CSP-940 Sundress HSL code: 43, 83%, 84%

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.

How light temperature affects Sundress

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 Yellow shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Sundress:

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 Sundress with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 223, such as Benjamin Moore Blueberry Hill and Champion Cobalt.

LRV of Sundress

Sundress has an LRV of 75.68% and refers to Off‑White colors that reflect a lot of 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 75.68%, 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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FormatCode
HEX#F8E4B2Copy color code
RGB Decimal248, 228, 178Copy color code
RGB Percent97.25%, 89.41%, 69.80%Copy color code
HSVHue: 43° Saturation: 28.23% Value: 97.25%Copy color code
HSLhsl(43, 83, 84)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 8.06 Yellow: 28.23 Key: 2.75Copy color code
YIQY: 228.28 I: 27.985 Q: -11.329Copy color code
XYZX: 74.491 Y: 78.66 Z: 53.366Copy color code
CIE LabL:91.08 a:-0.563 b:26.933Copy color code
CIE LuvL:91.08 u:15.169 v:38.073Copy color code
Decimal16311474Copy color code
Hunter Lab88.69, -5.287, 26.408Copy color code
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