Benjamin Moore Timber Wolf / Gray Cardigan / 1600

Official page:Timber Wolf 1600
Code:1600
Name:Timber Wolf
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Timber Wolf?

Benjamin Moore 1600 Timber Wolf adds a sophisticated touch to any space with its timeless neutral tones. This versatile color pairs beautifully with soft creams and warm browns, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Consider complementing Timber Wolf with accents in deep navy or rich olive green for a modern and elegant look. The subtle warmth of this color makes it a perfect choice for creating a harmonious and stylish interior palette.

Benjamin Moore Timber Wolf reviews

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What are Benjamin Moore Timber Wolf undertones?

The undertones of Timber Wolf can be accurately described as a Green and 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#9A9F9E

RGB code:

154, 159, 158

Is Benjamin Moore Timber Wolf 1600 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 168° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

1600 Timber Wolf HSL code: 168, 3%, 61%

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 Timber Wolf

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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Timber Wolf:

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.

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Timber Wolf

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 Timber Wolf with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 348, such as Benjamin Moore Raindrops on Roses and Aplomb.

LRV of Timber Wolf

Timber Wolf has an LRV of 34.74% and refers to Medium 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 34.74%, 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#9A9F9ECopy color code
RGB Decimal154, 159, 158Copy color code
RGB Percent60.39%, 62.35%, 61.96%Copy color code
HSVHue: 168° Saturation: 3.14% Value: 62.35%Copy color code
HSLhsl(168, 3, 61)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 3.14 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 0.63 Key: 37.65Copy color code
YIQY: 157.391 I: -2.658 Q: -1.369Copy color code
XYZX: 31.895 Y: 34.135 Z: 37.247Copy color code
CIE LabL:65.069 a:-1.984 b:-0.1Copy color code
CIE LuvL:65.069 u:-2.757 v:0.187Copy color code
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Hunter Lab58.425, -4.8, 3.099Copy color code
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