Behr Ball Gown MQ5-06
| Code: | MQ5-06 |
| Name: | Ball Gown |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Ball Gown?
Transform your space with the timeless elegance of Behr MQ5-06 Ball Gown. This soft and sophisticated neutral color effortlessly complements a variety of design styles, from modern to traditional. Pair Ball Gown with crisp white trim for a classic look, or combine it with shades like Behr PPU4-12 Silky White and Behr W-F-500 Snow Fall for a fresh and airy feel. For a more dramatic contrast, consider incorporating deep hues such as Behr S-H-780 Midnight in the Tropics or Behr N510-7 Blackout into your color scheme. Elevate your home with the versatile charm of Ball Gown paired with complementary shades that reflect your personal style.
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What are Behr Ball Gown undertones?
The undertone of Ball Gown 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#525661
RGB code:
82, 86, 97
Is Behr Ball Gown MQ5-06 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 224° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
MQ5-06 Ball Gown HSL code: 224, 8%, 35%
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 Ball Gown
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 black shade looks under different lighting:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Ball Gown:
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
MQ5-06
Ball Gown
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 Ball Gown with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 44, such as Behr Underground and Ottertail.
LRV of Ball Gown
Ball Gown has an LRV of 9.54% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect 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 9.54%, 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 | #525661 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 82, 86, 97 | |
| RGB Percent | 32.16%, 33.73%, 38.04% | |
| HSV | Hue: 224° Saturation: 15.46% Value: 38.04% | |
| HSL | hsl(224, 8, 35) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 15.46 Magenta: 11.34 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 61.96 | |
| YIQ | Y: 86.058 I: -5.918 Q: 2.577 | |
| XYZ | X: 8.964 Y: 9.312 Z: 12.631 | |
| CIE Lab | L:36.579 a:0.964 b:-6.889 | |
| CIE Luv | L:36.579 u:-2.671 v:-9.059 | |
| Decimal | 5396065 | |
| Hunter Lab | 30.516, -0.967, -3.18 | |
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