Benjamin Moore Desert Sunset (2155-10) Paint Color

What color is Desert Sunset (2155-10)?

Desert Sunset (2155-10) color belongs to the Orange color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Desert Sunset (2155-10) is #D68A1A, and the RGB color code is RGB(214, 138, 26).

In the RGB color model, Desert Sunset (2155-10) has a red value of 214, a green value of 138, and a blue value of 26. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 35.5% magenta, 87.9% yellow, and 16.1% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 35.7° (degrees), 78.3 % saturation, and 47.1 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Desert Sunset (2155-10) has a hue of 35.7° (degrees), 87.9 % saturation and 83.9 % brightness/value.

Desert Sunset (2155-10) is cool or warm?

The color Desert Sunset (2155-10) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Desert Sunset (2155-10)?

Desert Sunset (2155-10) has an LRV of nearly 33. By LRV value, it is a medium color.

Light Reflectance Value (LRV) is a measure of how much visible light is reflected off a surface. It is a number on a scale of 0 to 100, with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white. The higher the LRV, the more light the color reflects and the lighter it will appear.

LRV is important to consider when choosing paint colors for a room, as it can affect the overall brightness and mood of the space. Lighter colors with higher LRVs will make a room feel more spacious and airy, while darker colors with lower LRVs will create a more intimate and cozy atmosphere.
LRV value 33 puts Benjamin Moore Desert Sunset (2155-10) paint color in the darker category.

• Darker colors: Darker colors have lower LRV numbers because they absorb more light than they reflect. This means that they will make a room feel darker and smaller.
• Lighter colors: Lighter colors have higher LRV numbers because they reflect more light than they absorb. This means that they will make a room feel brighter and more spacious.