Benjamin Moore Lilac Hush (CSP-490) Paint Color

What color is Lilac Hush (CSP-490)?

Lilac Hush (CSP-490) color belongs to the Purple color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Lilac Hush (CSP-490) is #D6D2CD, and the RGB color code is RGB(214, 210, 205).

In the RGB color model, Lilac Hush (CSP-490) has a red value of 214, a green value of 210, and a blue value of 205. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 1.9% magenta, 4.2% yellow, and 16.1% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 33.3° (degrees), 9.9 % saturation, and 82.2 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Lilac Hush (CSP-490) has a hue of 33.3° (degrees), 4.2 % saturation and 83.9 % brightness/value.

Lilac Hush (CSP-490) is cool or warm?

The color Lilac Hush (CSP-490) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Lilac Hush (CSP-490)?

Lilac Hush (CSP-490) has an LRV of nearly 65. By LRV value, it is a light 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 65 puts Benjamin Moore Lilac Hush (CSP-490) paint color in the lighter 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.