Behr Air Castle P560-2
| Code: | P560-2 |
| Name: | Air Castle |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Air Castle?
The hue of Behr Air Castle (P560-2) evokes a sense of tranquility and lightness, perfect for creating a serene atmosphere in any space. This soft and airy color pairs beautifully with shades of crisp white to enhance its gentle appearance. Complement the Air Castle walls with accents in shades of deep indigo or warm taupe, creating a harmonious and balanced color palette. Incorporate natural elements like rattan furniture or leafy green plants to further enhance the soothing ambiance of this delicate shade.
Behr Air Castle reviews
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What are Behr Air Castle undertones?
The undertone of Air Castle can be accurately described as a Purple 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
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HEX value
HEX value:
#D7D1E9
RGB code:
215, 209, 233
Is Behr Air Castle P560-2 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 255° thisPurplerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
P560-2 Air Castle HSL code: 255, 35%, 87%
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.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool purple shades add a touch of elegance and creativity to a room, making it feel luxurious and imaginative, ideal for bedrooms, creative spaces, and living areas.
- Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.
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 Air Castle
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 Purple shade looks under different lighting:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Air Castle:
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
P560-2
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Darker shades
P560-2
Air Castle
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 Air Castle with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 75, such as Behr White and Milkweed Pod.
LRV of Air Castle
Air Castle has an LRV of 66.79% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident light. Why LRV is important?
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 66.79%, 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 | #d7d1e9 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 215, 209, 233 | |
| RGB Percent | 84.31%, 81.96%, 91.37% | |
| HSV | Hue: 255° Saturation: 10.3% Value: 91.37% | |
| HSL | hsl(255, 35, 87) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 7.73 Magenta: 10.3 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 8.63 | |
| YIQ | Y: 213.53 I: -4.137 Q: 8.738 | |
| XYZ | X: 65.529 Y: 65.931 Z: 86.342 | |
| CIE Lab | L:84.961 a:6.53 b:-11.048 | |
| CIE Luv | L:84.961 u:1.891 v:-18.323 | |
| Decimal | 14143977 | |
| Hunter Lab | 81.198, 1.958, -6.208 | |
Color equivalents
SW 6821
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Teary Eyed
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M560-2
Fanciful
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Rhapsody Lilac
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Lily Lavender
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Monologue
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Artistic Violet
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1395
Grape Ice
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1403
French Lilac
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On Location
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2069-60
Lavender Ice
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1402
Spring Iris
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Lavender Mist
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2068-60
Purple Lace
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2072-60
Beach Plum
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1388
Spring Lilac
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Lavender Memory
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S570-2
Magic Scent
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Easter Ribbon
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Party Hat
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