Behr Antique Tin PPU18-03

Code:PPU18-03
Name:Antique Tin
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Antique Tin?

The color Behr Antique Tin is a sophisticated and timeless hue that exudes elegance and warmth. This rich, earthy color pairs beautifully with both muted and vibrant tones in a space. Complement Antique Tin with crisp white accents for a clean, modern look, or combine it with soft sage and terracotta for a cozy and inviting atmosphere. It also pairs well with deep navy and mustard yellow for a stylish and contemporary color palette. Antique Tin brings a sense of classic charm to any room, making it a versatile and stylish choice for interior design.

Antique Tin for living room

Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space

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Behr Antique Tin reviews

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What are Behr Antique Tin undertones?

The undertone of Antique Tin can be accurately described as a Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#6E7173

RGB code:

110, 113, 115

Is Behr Antique Tin PPU18-03 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 204° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU18-03 Antique Tin HSL code: 204, 2%, 44%

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 grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
  • Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

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 Antique Tin

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

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

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Antique Tin:

Monochromatic color scheme

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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Complementary color scheme

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 Antique Tin with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 24, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.

LRV of Antique Tin

Antique Tin has an LRV of 16.46% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little lightWhy 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 16.46%, 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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HEX#6e7173Copy color code
RGB Decimal110, 113, 115Copy color code
RGB Percent43.14%, 44.31%, 45.10%Copy color code
HSVHue: 204° Saturation: 4.35% Value: 45.1%Copy color code
HSLhsl(204, 2, 44)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 4.35 Magenta: 1.74 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 54.9Copy color code
YIQY: 112.331 I: -2.43 Q: -0.012Copy color code
XYZX: 15.429 Y: 16.363 Z: 18.561Copy color code
CIE LabL:47.447 a:-0.725 b:-1.502Copy color code
CIE LuvL:47.447 u:-1.774 v:-1.924Copy color code
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Hunter Lab40.451, -2.705, 1.111Copy color code
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