Benjamin Moore Wood Grain Brown 2109-30
| Official page: | Wood Grain Brown 2109-30 |
| Code: | 2109-30 |
| Name: | Wood Grain Brown |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Wood Grain Brown?
Step into a warm and inviting space with Benjamin Moore Wood Grain Brown (2109-30). This rich and earthy hue creates a cozy atmosphere that is perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and home offices. Wood Grain Brown pairs beautifully with natural materials like wood and leather, adding a touch of rustic elegance to any room. Whether you're looking to create a relaxing retreat or a sophisticated study, this versatile color will bring depth and character to your space. Embrace the timeless beauty of Wood Grain Brown (2109-30) and transform your home into a haven of comfort and style.
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What are Benjamin Moore Wood Grain Brown undertones?
The undertone of Wood Grain Brown can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#68554D
RGB code:
104, 85, 77
Is Benjamin Moore Wood Grain Brown 2109-30 cool or warm?
With a hue of 18° thisbrownrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
2109-30 Wood Grain Brown HSL code: 18, 15%, 35%
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 beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
- Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.
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 Wood Grain Brown
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 brown shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Wood Grain Brown:
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
2109-30
Wood Grain Brown
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 Wood Grain Brown with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 198, such as Benjamin Moore Aegean Teal and Blue Lace.
LRV of Wood Grain Brown
Wood Grain Brown has an LRV of 10.69% 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 10.69%, 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 | #68554D | |
| RGB Decimal | 104, 85, 77 | |
| RGB Percent | 40.78%, 33.33%, 30.20% | |
| HSV | Hue: 18° Saturation: 25.96% Value: 40.78% | |
| HSL | hsl(18, 15, 35) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 18.27 Yellow: 25.96 Key: 59.22 | |
| YIQ | Y: 89.769 I: 13.893 Q: 1.53 | |
| XYZ | X: 10.297 Y: 9.976 Z: 8.402 | |
| CIE Lab | L:37.8 a:6.461 b:7.61 | |
| CIE Luv | L:37.8 u:12.098 v:8.161 | |
| Decimal | 6837581 | |
| Hunter Lab | 31.585, 2.918, 6.337 |
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