Benjamin Moore Chelsea Gray HC-168

What are Benjamin Moore Chelsea Gray undertones?

The undertone of Chelsea Gray can be accurately described as a Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

Is Benjamin Moore Chelsea Gray HC-168 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 49° thisblackrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

HC-168 Chelsea Gray HSL code: 49, 4%, 50%

• Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
• Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
• Warm 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 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.

How light temperature affects Chelsea Gray

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:

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this black shade looks under different lighting:

4000K

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Chelsea Gray:

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

HC-168
Chelsea Gray

• AF-715
  Dolphin

  

• CSP-110
  Vintage Pewter

  

• CSP-145
  Smoked Truffle

  

• 1476
  Squirrel Tail

  

Darker shades

HC-168
Chelsea Gray

• CC-548
  Asphalt

  

• CW-65
  Gunsmith Gray

  

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 Chelsea Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 229, such as Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm and Comet.

HC-168
Chelsea Gray

• CSP-535
  Approaching Storm

  

• 1628
  Comet

  

• CSP-600
  Andes Summit

  

• 2128-30
  Evening Dove

  

• HC-154
  Hale Navy

  

• AF-580
  Luxe

  

• 1435
  Blue Gaspe

  

LRV of Chelsea Gray

Chelsea Gray has an LRV of 22.72% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#85837a
RGB Decimal	133, 131, 122
RGB Percent	52.16%, 51.37%, 47.84%
HSV	Hue: 49° Saturation: 8.27% Value: 52.16%
HSL	hsl(49, 4, 50)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 1.5 Yellow: 8.27 Key: 47.84
YIQ	Y: 130.572 I: 4.084 Q: -2.378
XYZ	X: 21.301 Y: 22.624 Z: 21.652
CIE Lab	L:54.683 a:-0.96 b:5.131
CIE Luv	L:54.683 u:1.67 v:7.157
Decimal	8749946
Hunter Lab	47.565, -3.301, 6.307