Behr Balsam MQ4-15
| Code: | MQ4-15 |
| Name: | Balsam |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Balsam?
The rich and calming Balsam green (Behr MQ4-15) adds a touch of nature to any room, evoking a sense of tranquility and freshness. This versatile hue pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like cream and beige, creating a serene and inviting atmosphere. For a more dynamic look, consider combining Balsam with deeper shades of blue or earthy browns. Whether used as an accent or as the main color in a space, Balsam brings a sophisticated and organic feel to any interior.
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What are Behr Balsam undertones?
The undertone of Balsam 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#008F66
RGB code:
0, 143, 102
Is Behr Balsam MQ4-15 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 163° thisdark greenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
MQ4-15 Balsam HSL code: 163, 100%, 28%
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 green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- 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 Balsam
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 dark green shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Balsam:
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.
Darker shades
MQ4-15
Balsam
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 Balsam with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 343, such as Behr All Dressed Up and Hot Gossip.
LRV of Balsam
Balsam has an LRV of 11.76% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 11.76%, 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 | #008f66 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 0, 143, 102 | |
| RGB Percent | 0.00%, 56.08%, 40.00% | |
| HSV | Hue: 163° Saturation: 100.0% Value: 56.08% | |
| HSL | hsl(163, 100, 28) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 100.0 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 28.67 Key: 43.92 | |
| YIQ | Y: 95.569 I: -72.039 Q: -43.009 | |
| XYZ | X: 12.219 Y: 20.603 Z: 15.899 | |
| CIE Lab | L:52.512 a:-42.959 b:12.806 | |
| CIE Luv | L:52.512 u:-44.624 v:23.364 | |
| Decimal | 36710 | |
| Hunter Lab | 45.39, -31.38, 11.005 | |
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