Behr Bleached Linen PPU5-09

Code:PPU5-09
Name:Bleached Linen
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Bleached Linen?

The soft warmth of Behr's BleachedLinen (PPU5-09) creates a serene and inviting atmosphere in any space. This delicate hue is perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and home offices, adding a touch of elegance and tranquility. BleachedLinen is a versatile color that pairs beautifully with both light and dark accents, making it an ideal choice for those looking to create a bright and airy aesthetic. Whether used on walls, furniture, or decor accents, this timeless shade lends a sense of sophistication and refinement to any room. Let BleachedLinen transform your space into a calming sanctuary where you can relax and unwind in style.

Behr Bleached Linen reviews

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What are Behr Bleached Linen undertones?

The undertone of Bleached Linen can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#F3ECE1

RGB code:

243, 236, 225

Is Behr Bleached Linen PPU5-09 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 37° thisYellowrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU5-09 Bleached Linen HSL code: 37, 43%, 92%

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.

  • Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
  • Warm yellow shades bring a sunny and cheerful atmosphere to a space, making it feel lively and welcoming, perfect for kitchens, living rooms, and play areas.
  • Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

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 Bleached Linen

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Yellow shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Bleached Linen:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

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 Bleached Linen with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 217, such as Behr Shaved Ice and Adirondack Blue.

LRV of Bleached Linen

Bleached Linen has an LRV of 84.55% and refers to White colors that reflect almost all 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 84.55%, 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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HEX#f3ece1Copy color code
RGB Decimal243, 236, 225Copy color code
RGB Percent95.29%, 92.55%, 88.24%Copy color code
HSVHue: 37° Saturation: 7.41% Value: 95.29%Copy color code
HSLhsl(37, 43, 92)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.88 Yellow: 7.41 Key: 4.71Copy color code
YIQY: 236.839 I: 7.706 Q: -1.942Copy color code
XYZX: 80.545 Y: 84.483 Z: 83.277Copy color code
CIE LabL:93.66 a:0.485 b:6.166Copy color code
CIE LuvL:93.66 u:4.657 v:9.238Copy color code
Decimal15985889Copy color code
Hunter Lab91.914, -4.429, 10.621Copy color code