Benjamin Moore Verdigris 685
| Official page: | Verdigris 685 |
| Code: | 685 |
| Name: | Verdigris |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Verdigris?
Bring the enchanting beauty of Verdigris (Benjamin Moore 685) into your space and watch it transform into a sanctuary of tranquility and sophistication. This serene shade, reminiscent of aged copper with hints of green, lends a perfect touch of elegance to any room. Imagine this stunning hue gracing your living room walls, creating a calming ambiance that welcomes you home after a long day. For a refreshing twist, use Verdigris (685) in your bedroom to evoke a sense of peaceful retreat and immerse yourself in its peaceful allure. Whether you choose to infuse your study or kitchen with this captivating color, Verdigris (Benjamin Moore 685) will undoubtedly bring a touch of timeless luxury to your home.
Benjamin Moore Verdigris reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Verdigris undertones?
The undertone of Verdigris 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#55756C
RGB code:
85, 117, 108
Is Benjamin Moore Verdigris 685 cool or warm?
With a hue of 163° thisdark greenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
685 Verdigris HSL code: 163, 16%, 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 green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- 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 Verdigris
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 dark green shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Verdigris:
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
685
Verdigris
Darker shades
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 Verdigris with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 343, such as Benjamin Moore Raindrops on Roses and Aplomb.
LRV of Verdigris
Verdigris has an LRV of 17.28% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 17.28%, 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 | #55756C | |
| RGB Decimal | 85, 117, 108 | |
| RGB Percent | 33.33%, 45.88%, 42.35% | |
| HSV | Hue: 163° Saturation: 27.35% Value: 45.88% | |
| HSL | hsl(163, 16, 40) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 27.35 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 7.69 Key: 54.12 | |
| YIQ | Y: 106.406 I: -16.177 Q: -9.57 | |
| XYZ | X: 12.813 Y: 15.736 Z: 16.546 | |
| CIE Lab | L:46.626 a:-13.564 b:1.25 | |
| CIE Luv | L:46.626 u:-15.839 v:3.717 | |
| Decimal | 5600620 | |
| Hunter Lab | 39.669, -11.763, 3.039 |
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