Benjamin Moore

Roosevelt Taupe

1539 / HC-103

Roosevelt Taupe is a dark neutral with brown and green undertones, carrying an LRV of 19.62. This low reflectance means it absorbs most ambient light, creating a dense, grounded appearance on walls. The green cast becomes more visible under cool fluorescent lighting, while warm light emphasizes the brown component.

It reads as a complex, layered neutral rather than a straightforward brown or gray. White Dove and Simply White offer necessary contrast for trim work. Dark Olive reinforces its green lean, while Smoke and Coastal Fog introduce a cooler blue-gray balance.

Brand

Benjamin Moore

Code

1539 / HC-103

Collection

Benjamin Moore Classics

Roosevelt Taupe in Different Light

Artificial Lighting

Bedroom scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Roosevelt Taupe under artificial light

Natural Lighting

Living room scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Roosevelt Taupe under natural light

Technical Specifications

Undertones

Type

Orange

Strength

Low

Temperature

warm

Hue Angle

41°

Orange Family

Lightness

45%

Medium

Saturation

11%

Very Muted

LRV

19.6
0%100%
Very Dark
Dark
Medium
Light
Very Light
White
Color Position
Saturation →
Lightness →

Color Codes

HEX
#7F7766
RGB Decimal
127, 119, 102
RGB Percent
49.8%, 46.7%, 40.0%
HSL
40.8, 10.9%, 44.9%
HSV
40.8, 19.7%, 49.8%
CMYK
0.0%, 6.3%, 19.7%, 50.2%
YIQ
119.5, 10.2, -3.6
XYZ
17.75, 18.66, 15.24
CIE Lab
50.29, 0.04, 10.46
CIE Luv
50.29, 5.80, 13.60
Hunter Lab
43.20, 0.03, 7.57
Decimal
8353638

Coordinating Colors and Color Palettes

Darker Shades

Monochromatic dark

Lighter Shades

Monochromatic light

Complementary

Opposite on color wheel

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