Behr Avocado Whip M360-3
| Code: | M360-3 |
| Name: | Avocado Whip |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Avocado Whip?
Behr Avocado Whip (M360-3) is a soothing and versatile green that adds a touch of nature to any space. This soft shade pairs beautifully with neutral tones such as Crisp Linen (BXC-34) and warm browns like Cocoa Whip (N200-6). For a more vibrant look, combine Avocado Whip with accents in Golden Nectar (S290-4) or Desert Turquoise (P450-7) for a fresh and contemporary feel. Whether used as a main wall color or in furniture and decor, Avocado Whip brings a sense of calm and serenity to your room.
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What are Behr Avocado Whip undertones?
The undertone of Avocado Whip can be accurately described as a Green 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#CDD6B1
RGB code:
205, 214, 177
Is Behr Avocado Whip M360-3 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 75° thisGreenrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
M360-3 Avocado Whip HSL code: 75, 31%, 77%
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 green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
- To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish
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 Avocado Whip
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 Green shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Avocado Whip:
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
Darker shades
M360-3
Avocado Whip
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 Avocado Whip with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 255, such as Behr Mardi Gras and Hyacinth Arbor.
LRV of Avocado Whip
Avocado Whip has an LRV of 62.35% 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 62.35%, 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 | #cdd6b1 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 205, 214, 177 | |
| RGB Percent | 80.39%, 83.92%, 69.41% | |
| HSV | Hue: 75° Saturation: 17.29% Value: 83.92% | |
| HSL | hsl(75, 31, 77) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 4.21 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 17.29 Key: 16.08 | |
| YIQ | Y: 207.091 I: 6.527 Q: -13.418 | |
| XYZ | X: 57.158 Y: 64.247 Z: 50.973 | |
| CIE Lab | L:84.094 a:-9.405 b:17.282 | |
| CIE Luv | L:84.094 u:-3.343 v:26.543 | |
| Decimal | 13489841 | |
| Hunter Lab | 80.154, -12.982, 18.403 | |
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