Benjamin Moore Wild Orchid 2072-40
| Official page: | Wild Orchid 2072-40 |
| Code: | 2072-40 |
| Name: | Wild Orchid |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Wild Orchid?
Benjamin Moore 2072-40, also known as Wild Orchid, brings a vibrant and sophisticated touch to any space. This rich hue pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like taupe and ivory, creating a harmonious color palette. For a more bold look, consider combining Wild Orchid with deep shades such as navy blue or forest green. The versatility of Benjamin Moore 2072-40 allows for endless design possibilities, making it a standout choice for adding a pop of color to your interiors.
Wild Orchid for bedroom
We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful warm Mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
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What are Benjamin Moore Wild Orchid undertones?
The undertone of Wild Orchid can be accurately described as a Purple 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#957E99
RGB code:
149, 126, 153
Is Benjamin Moore Wild Orchid 2072-40 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 291° thisPurplerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
2072-40 Wild Orchid HSL code: 291, 12%, 55%
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.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm purple shades add a rich and luxurious feel to a room, creating a sense of depth and warmth, ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and dining areas.
- Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.
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 Wild Orchid
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 Purple shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Wild Orchid:
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
2072-40
Wild Orchid
Darker shades
2072-40
Wild Orchid
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 Wild Orchid with a purple hue, complementary colors are those with a yellow hue close to 111, such as Benjamin Moore Adirondack Green and Healing Aloe.
LRV of Wild Orchid
Wild Orchid has an LRV of 25.18% 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 25.18%, 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 | #957E99 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 149, 126, 153 | |
| RGB Percent | 58.43%, 49.41%, 60.00% | |
| HSV | Hue: 291° Saturation: 17.65% Value: 60.0% | |
| HSL | hsl(291, 12, 55) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 2.61 Magenta: 17.65 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 40.0 | |
| YIQ | Y: 135.955 I: 5.029 Q: 13.268 | |
| XYZ | X: 25.604 Y: 23.611 Z: 33.337 | |
| CIE Lab | L:55.697 a:13.88 b:-11.184 | |
| CIE Luv | L:55.697 u:11.309 v:-18.409 | |
| Decimal | 9797273 | |
| Hunter Lab | 48.592, 9.019, -6.663 | |
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