Behr Bengal Blue M480-3

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Code:M480-3
Name:Bengal Blue
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Bengal Blue?

Invite the serene charm of Behr Bengal Blue (M480-3) into your space and watch it transform into a sanctuary of tranquility. This elegant hue effortlessly blends elements of sophistication and creativity, making it a perfect choice for a home office or library. Picture a cozy reading nook bathed in Bengal Blue, where inspiration flows freely and relaxation takes center stage. Whether adorning a bedroom or a living room, this captivating color lends a sense of calm and refinement to any room it graces. Embrace the timeless allure of Bengal Blue and elevate your interiors to new heights of style and sophistication.

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LRV of Bengal Blue

Bengal Blue has an LRV of 55.68% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

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 55.68%, 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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FormatCode
HEX#a3d1df
RGB Decimal163, 209, 223
RGB Percent63.92%, 81.96%, 87.45%
HSVHue: 194° Saturation: 26.91% Value: 87.45%
HSLhsl(194, 48, 76)
CMYKCyan: 26.91 Magenta: 6.28 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 12.55
YIQY: 196.842 I: -31.91 Q: -5.374
XYZX: 51.219 Y: 58.713 Z: 78.426
CIE LabL:81.134 a:-11.798 b:-11.808
CIE LuvL:81.134 u:-23.532 v:-16.466
Decimal10736095
Hunter Lab76.624, -14.776, -7.047

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