Benjamin Moore Startling Orange (2016-10) Paint Color

What color is Startling Orange (2016-10)?

Startling Orange (2016-10) color belongs to the Orange color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Startling Orange (2016-10) is #F47C1B, and the RGB color code is RGB(244, 124, 27).

In the RGB color model, Startling Orange (2016-10) has a red value of 244, a green value of 124, and a blue value of 27. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 49.2% magenta, 88.9% yellow, and 4.3% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 26.8° (degrees), 90.8 % saturation, and 53.1 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Startling Orange (2016-10) has a hue of 26.8° (degrees), 88.9 % saturation and 95.7 % brightness/value.

Startling Orange (2016-10) is cool or warm?

The color Startling Orange (2016-10) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Startling Orange (2016-10)?

Startling Orange (2016-10) has an LRV of nearly 34. 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 34 puts Benjamin Moore Startling Orange (2016-10) 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.