Behr Balboa MQ4-55
| Code: | MQ4-55 |
| Name: | Balboa |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Balboa?
Transform your space with Behr MQ4-55 Balboa, a serene and refreshing hue reminiscent of coastal waters. This tranquil color pairs beautifully with crisp whites, such as "Polar Bear," and sandy neutrals like Behr W-F-520 Sand Pearl. To add a touch of sophistication, combine Balboa with deep navy tones like MQ6-18 Nurturing. Whether used as an accent or as a main color, Balboa brings a sense of calm and tranquility to any room. Elevate your home decor with this versatile shade that complements a range of color palettes.
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What are Behr Balboa undertones?
The undertone of Balboa 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#AFD3DA
RGB code:
175, 211, 218
Is Behr Balboa MQ4-55 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 190° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
MQ4-55 Balboa HSL code: 190, 37%, 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.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- 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 Balboa
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 Blue shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Balboa:
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
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 Balboa with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 10, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.
LRV of Balboa
Balboa has an LRV of 58.36% 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 58.36%, 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 | #afd3da |  |
| RGB Decimal | 175, 211, 218 | |
| RGB Percent | 68.63%, 82.75%, 85.49% | |
| HSV | Hue: 190° Saturation: 19.72% Value: 85.49% | |
| HSL | hsl(190, 37, 77) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 19.72 Magenta: 3.21 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 14.51 | |
| YIQ | Y: 201.034 I: -23.702 Q: -5.437 | |
| XYZ | X: 53.624 Y: 60.763 Z: 75.214 | |
| CIE Lab | L:82.251 a:-10.344 b:-7.399 | |
| CIE Luv | L:82.251 u:-18.924 v:-9.686 | |
| Decimal | 11523034 | |
| Hunter Lab | 77.95, -13.619, -2.643 | |
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