Is Behr Authentic Brown MQ2-05A cool or warm?

Behr MQ2-05A Authentic Brown is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

What are Behr Authentic Brown undertones?

Red is Behr Authentic Brown undertone color.

What is the HEX code for Behr Authentic Brown?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Authentic Brown undertone is #6b5446 .

What is the RGB code of Behr Authentic Brown?

RGB code is 107, 84, 70 . 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 Authentic Brown MQ2-05A

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What are Behr Authentic Brown undertones?
Is Authentic Brown MQ2-05A cool or warm?
How light temperature affects on Authentic Brown
Monochromatic color scheme
Complementary color scheme
Color comparison and matching
LRV of Authentic Brown MQ2-05A
Color codes
Color equivalents

Code:	MQ2-05A
Name:	Authentic Brown
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Authentic Brown?

Elevate your space with Behr Authentic Brown (MQ2-05A), a rich and inviting hue that exudes warmth and sophistication. This deep shade pairs seamlessly with soft neutrals like ivory and taupe, creating a chic and timeless color palette. For a more dramatic look, consider contrasting Authentic Brown with crisp whites or pops of dusty blue. Whether used on walls, furniture, or accents, this versatile color adds depth and character to any room. Embrace the classic charm of Authentic Brown (MQ2-05A) and transform your space into a cozy retreat.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Authentic Brown:

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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Authentic Brown

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 Authentic Brown with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 203, such as Behr Nor'Wester and Absolute Zero.

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LRV of Authentic Brown

Authentic Brown has an LRV of 10.26% 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 10.26%, 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	#6b5446
RGB Decimal	107, 84, 70
RGB Percent	41.96%, 32.94%, 27.45%
HSV	Hue: 23° Saturation: 34.58% Value: 41.96%
HSL	hsl(23, 21, 35)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 21.5 Yellow: 34.58 Key: 58.04
YIQ	Y: 89.281 I: 18.205 Q: 0.509
XYZ	X: 10.339 Y: 9.909 Z: 7.161
CIE Lab	L:37.679 a:7.309 b:11.821
CIE Luv	L:37.679 u:15.351 v:12.668
Decimal	7033926
Hunter Lab	31.479, 3.541, 8.548

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