Behr Apple Core PPU7-14

Code:PPU7-14
Name:Apple Core
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Apple Core?

Bring a touch of nature indoors with Behr Apple Core (PPU7-14). This warm and inviting green hue evokes the crisp freshness of an orchard in autumn. Pairing well with creamy neutrals like Behr Polar Bear (PPU18-10) and earthy tones such as Behr Cider Spice (PPU6-06), Apple Core adds a refreshing pop of color to any space. Whether used as an accent wall or for furniture pieces, this versatile shade adds depth and character to your interior design. Embrace the beauty of nature with Behr Apple Core.

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What are Behr Apple Core undertones?

Apple Core has a clear yellow undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.

HEX value:

#F4EED8

RGB code:

244, 238, 216

Is Behr Apple Core PPU7-14 cool or warm?

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Color wheel

At 47° on the HSL hue wheel, this Yellow sits firmly on the warm side.

PPU7-14 Apple Core HSL code: 47, 56%, 90%

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.

How light temperature affects Apple Core

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 Yellow shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Apple Core:

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.

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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 Apple Core with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 227, such as Behr Dark Navy and Indigo Ink.

LRV of Apple Core

Apple Core has an LRV of 84.92% and refers to White colors that reflect almost all 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 84.92%, 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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FormatCode
HEX#f4eed8Copy color code
RGB Decimal244, 238, 216Copy color code
RGB Percent95.69%, 93.33%, 84.71%Copy color code
HSVHue: 47° Saturation: 11.48% Value: 95.69%Copy color code
HSLhsl(47, 56, 90)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.46 Yellow: 11.48 Key: 4.31Copy color code
YIQY: 237.286 I: 10.645 Q: -5.577Copy color code
XYZX: 80.275 Y: 85.341 Z: 77.191Copy color code
CIE LabL:94.03 a:-1.64 b:11.374Copy color code
CIE LuvL:94.03 u:4.72 v:17.273Copy color code
Decimal16051928Copy color code
Hunter Lab92.38, -6.555, 15.125Copy color code
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