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Benjamin Moore Dark Buff (CSP-320) Paint Color


Color Name: Dark Buff (CSP-320)
Hex Color Code: #B99B82
RGB Color Code: RGB(185, 155, 130)
CMYK Values*: 0.0%, 16.2%, 29.7%, 27.5%
Color Family (Hue): Neutral





About Dark Buff (CSP-320) color - its meaning and example


What color is Dark Buff (CSP-320)?

Dark Buff (CSP-320) color belongs to the Neutral color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Dark Buff (CSP-320) is #B99B82, and the RGB color code is RGB(185, 155, 130).

In the RGB color model, Dark Buff (CSP-320) has a red value of 185, a green value of 155, and a blue value of 130. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 16.2% magenta, 29.7% yellow, and 27.5% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 27.3° (degrees), 28.2 % saturation, and 61.8 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Dark Buff (CSP-320) has a hue of 27.3° (degrees), 29.7 % saturation and 72.5 % brightness/value.


Dark Buff (CSP-320) is cool or warm?

The color Dark Buff (CSP-320) is a warm color.


What is the LRV of Dark Buff (CSP-320)?

Dark Buff (CSP-320) has an LRV of nearly 35. 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.



Dark Color

Dark Buff (CSP-320)

Light Color


Compare LRV 35 of Dark Buff (CSP-320) with dark and light Color




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 35 puts Benjamin Moore Dark Buff (CSP-320) 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.




Color Codes - Color Space Conversions


Dark Buff (CSP-320) (Paint - Benjamin Moore) color codes / color number / color space conversions - HEX, RGBA, CMYK, HSL, HSV/HSB, HYZ, CMY, HWB, RYB


RGBA / RGB

RGB(185, 155, 130)
Red
185 (72.5%)
Green
155 (60.8%)
Blue
130 (51.0%)
Alpha
1 (100.0%)

CMYK

Cyan
0.00%
Magenta
16.22%
Yellow
29.73%
Key
27.45%

HSL

HSL(27.27deg, 28.2 %, 61.8 %)

Hue
27.27°
Saturation
28.21 %.
Lightness
61.76 %.

RYB

RYB(60, 91, 59)
Red
60 (23.7%)
Yellow
91 (35.5%)
Blue
59 (23.3%)

HSV/HSB

Hue
27.27°
Saturation
29.73 %.
Brightness / Value
72.55 %.

HWB

H: 27.27°

W: 50.98 %

B: 27.45 %

XYZ

X : 35.76

Y : 35.37

Z : 26.06

YXY

Y1 : 35.37

X : 0.37

Y2 : 0.36

CMY

C : 27.45%

M : 39.22%

Y : 49.02%


LRV

~ 35.4 %

Munsell Color System

9.5YR 6.4/3.2

CIE-Lab

L : 66.03

A : 7.35

B : 17.26

CIE-Lch

L : 66.03

C : 18.76

H : 66.93

CIE-Luv

L : 66.03

U : 20.69

V : 21.96

Hunter-Lab

L : 59.47

A : 3.25

B : 15.65






Similar Colors and Paints



Named colors similar to Dark Buff (CSP-320) (Paint - Benjamin Moore)


Here are the colors similar to Dark Buff (CSP-320) (Paint - Benjamin Moore). Delta E (ΔE) is the measure of the difference between two colors. Delta E is measured on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 means exact match, and 100 is the highest difference.



#BC987E
Pale Taupe
ΔE - 2.13 (97.9% similar)
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ΔE - 5.49 (94.5% similar)
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ΔE - 6.05 (94.0% similar)
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Hazelnut
ΔE - 6.08 (93.9% similar)





Similar colors from Pantone, RAL, and other color matching system


Pantone PMS


Dark Buff (CSP-320) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone PMS. Conversion of Dark Buff (CSP-320) to Pantone PMS


#B79A81
PANTONE 2312 C
ΔE - 0.54 (99.5% similar)
#B19780
PANTONE 4046 C
ΔE - 2.02 (98.0% similar)
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PANTONE 7521 C
ΔE - 2.31 (97.7% similar)
#BD9A7A
PANTONE 2316 C
ΔE - 2.41 (97.6% similar)


Pantone TCX


Dark Buff (CSP-320) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone TCX. Conversion of Dark Buff (CSP-320) to Pantone TCX




RAL Design


Dark Buff (CSP-320) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Design. Conversion of Dark Buff (CSP-320) to RAL Design




British Standard 4800


Dark Buff (CSP-320) similar/equivalent colors from British Standard 4800. Conversion of Dark Buff (CSP-320) to British Standard 4800


#C89C82
BS 04-B-17 - Tea Rose
ΔE - 4.76 (95.2% similar)
#AE8568
BS 04-B-19 - Beige
ΔE - 7.28 (92.7% similar)


RAL Classic


Dark Buff (CSP-320) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Classic. Conversion of Dark Buff (CSP-320) to RAL Classic


#A48F7A
RAL 1019 - Gray Beige
ΔE - 5.44 (94.6% similar)





Paint similar to Dark Buff (CSP-320) (Paint - Benjamin Moore)


Here are the best recommended paint colors similar to Dark Buff (CSP-320) (Paint - Benjamin Moore). Delta E (ΔE) is the measure of the difference between two colors. Delta E is measured on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 means exact match, and 100 is the highest difference.


Benjamin Moore


Dark Buff (CSP-320) similar/equivalent paint from Benjamin Moore. Conversion of Dark Buff (CSP-320) to Benjamin Moore


#B99B82
Dark Buff (CSP-320)
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#B4967A
Beach House Beige (1083)
ΔE - 1.99 (98.0% similar)
#BE997C
Metallic Gold (2163-40)
ΔE - 2.29 (97.7% similar)
#C4A289
Fox Hedge Tan (1167)
ΔE - 2.76 (97.2% similar)


Behr


Dark Buff (CSP-320) similar/equivalent paint from Behr. Conversion of Dark Buff (CSP-320) to Behr


#B69981
Cavern Clay (MQ2-41)
ΔE - 0.77 (99.2% similar)
#B79983
Stone Brown (250F-4)
ΔE - 1.36 (98.6% similar)
#B99779
Artisan Crafts (N250-4)
ΔE - 2.09 (97.9% similar)
#B7967F
Potter'S Clay (S220-4)
ΔE - 2.13 (97.9% similar)


Sherwin Williams


Dark Buff (CSP-320) similar/equivalent paint from Sherwin Williams. Conversion of Dark Buff (CSP-320) to Sherwin Williams


#B7987B
Canoe (SW 7724)
ΔE - 1.69 (98.3% similar)
#C19E80
Wickerwork (SW 0010)
ΔE - 2.23 (97.8% similar)
#BFA287
Oak Barrel (SW 7714)
ΔE - 2.25 (97.8% similar)
#BFA38D
Sensational Sand (SW 6094)
ΔE - 2.57 (97.4% similar)





PPG Paints


Dark Buff (CSP-320) similar/equivalent paint from PPG Paints. Conversion of Dark Buff (CSP-320) to PPG Paints


#BA947B
Cool Clay (PPG1071-5)
ΔE - 3.33 (96.7% similar)
#B19C86
Weathered Wood (PPG1077-4)
ΔE - 3.38 (96.6% similar)
#B19576
Coffee Kiss (PPG1084-5)
ΔE - 3.47 (96.5% similar)


Dunn-Edwards


Dark Buff (CSP-320) similar/equivalent paint from Dunn-Edwards. Conversion of Dark Buff (CSP-320) to Dunn-Edwards


#B69E87
Baked Potato (DEC 717)
ΔE - 2.26 (97.7% similar)
#B59B7E
Wooded Acre (DE 6130)
ΔE - 2.74 (97.3% similar)
#B49375
Colorado Trail (DE 6117)
ΔE - 2.94 (97.1% similar)
#BE9677
Warm Hearth (DE 6110)
ΔE - 3.35 (96.7% similar)


Valspar


Dark Buff (CSP-320) similar/equivalent paint from Valspar. Conversion of Dark Buff (CSP-320) to Valspar


#B79878
Doe Eyes (3002-9C)
ΔE - 2.68 (97.3% similar)
#BB9877
Slice of Brioche (M153)
ΔE - 2.78 (97.2% similar)
#BC9579
Sturdy Bronze (3001-7C)
ΔE - 3.16 (96.8% similar)
#B29175
Changing Seasons (3001-9C)
ΔE - 3.22 (96.8% similar)








Color Combinations


View more Benjamin Moore Dark Buff (CSP-320) - #B99B82 color palettes and coordinating colors



Monochromatic Color Palette

Monochromatic colors belong to the same hue angle but different tints and shades. Monochromatic color palette can be generated by keeping the exact hue of the base color and then changing the saturation and lightness.

Analogous Color Palette

Analogous colors are a group of colors adjacent to each other on a color wheel. Group of these adjacent colors forms Analogous color scheme Palette. Analogous Palette can be generated by increasing or decreasing the hue value by 30 points.

Triadic Color Palette

The triadic color palette has three colors separated by 120° in the RGB color wheel

Tetradic Color Palette

The tetradic colour scheme composed of two sets of complementary colors in a rectangular shape on the color wheel.







Example Color Images and Mockup


Benjamin Moore Dark Buff (CSP-320) - #B99B82 Color Images and Patterns


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Explore Named Colors



#B99B82
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