Behr Balsam MQ4-15

Color code:MQ4-15
Color 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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View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

What are Behr Balsam undertones?

Green is Behr Balsam undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#008F66

RGB code:

0, 143, 102

Is Behr Balsam MQ4-15 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 163° this Green refers 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 a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Cool Green shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool Green undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
  • Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.

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.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Balsam:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Darker shades

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Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Balsam MQ4-15 vs Jitterbug Jade SW 6987

Behr Balsam MQ4-15 vs Sherwin Williams Jitterbug Jade SW 6987Open Balsam MQ4-15
LRV: 11.76%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 24.96%
Medium color
Temperature: cold