What is the HEX code for Behr Aged Olive?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Aged Olive undertone is #7e7666 .

What is the RGB code of Behr Aged Olive?

RGB code is 126, 118, 102 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Behr Aged Olive HDC-NT-05

Q: Is Behr Aged Olive HDC-NT-05 cool or warm?

Behr HDC-NT-05 Aged Olive is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Behr Aged Olive undertones?

Red is Behr Aged Olive undertone color.

Code:	HDC-NT-05
Name:	Aged Olive
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Aged Olive?

Color Aged Olive, by Behr HDC-NT-05, exudes a sophisticated earthiness that adds depth to any space. This versatile hue pairs seamlessly with warm neutrals like beige and taupe, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. For a more modern look, try combining Aged Olive with crisp whites or soft pastels to balance out the warmth of the color. Whether used as an accent or as a main color, Aged Olive brings a timeless elegance to any room.

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What are Behr Aged Olive undertones?

The undertone of Aged Olive can be accurately described as a Red hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

HEX value

HEX value:

#7E7666

RGB code:

126, 118, 102

Is Behr Aged Olive HDC-NT-05 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 40° thisbrownrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

HDC-NT-05 Aged Olive HSL code: 40, 11%, 45%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
Warm greige shades combine the warmth of beige with the modernity of grey, offering a versatile and inviting backdrop for living rooms, dining areas, and bedrooms.
Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects Aged Olive

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlight	Visible temp.	Hue	Duration
North	Cool	Bluish	All day
East	Warm	Yellow	Before noon
West	Warm	Orange‑red	After noon
South	Warm	Orange‑yellow	All day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this brown shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Aged Olive:

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

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Darker shades

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Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Aged Olive with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 220, such as Behr Adirondack Blue and Nypd.

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LRV of Aged Olive

Aged Olive has an LRV of 18.47% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 18.47%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft² living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#7e7666
RGB Decimal	126, 118, 102
RGB Percent	49.41%, 46.27%, 40.00%
HSV	Hue: 40° Saturation: 19.05% Value: 49.41%
HSL	hsl(40, 11, 45)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 6.35 Yellow: 19.05 Key: 50.59
YIQ	Y: 118.568 I: 9.909 Q: -3.287
XYZ	X: 17.481 Y: 18.352 Z: 15.188
CIE Lab	L:49.92 a:0.203 b:9.932
CIE Luv	L:49.92 u:5.731 v:12.887
Decimal	8287846
Hunter Lab	42.839, -2.132, 8.967