What is the HEX code for Behr Boreal?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Boreal undertone is #717e73 .

What is the RGB code of Behr Boreal?

RGB code is 113, 126, 115 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

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Q: Is Behr Boreal N420-5 cool or warm?

Behr N420-5 Boreal is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Behr Boreal undertones?

Green is Behr Boreal undertone color.

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Behr Boreal reviews (8 photos)
What are Behr Boreal undertones?
Is Boreal N420-5 cool or warm?
How light temperature affects on Boreal
Monochromatic color scheme
Complementary color scheme
Color comparison and matching
LRV of Boreal N420-5
Color codes
Color equivalents

Code:	N420-5
Name:	Boreal
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Boreal?

The BEHR Paint in Boreal N420-5 exudes a sense of sophistication and depth in any space. This deep, rich hue pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like off-white and light gray, creating a harmonious balance in the room. Complementing Boreal N420-5 with accents in warm tones like taupe and gold can create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. A pop of navy or emerald can add a touch of drama to the space while maintaining a cohesive color palette. In conclusion, Boreal N420-5 by BEHR is a versatile color that can elevate any room with its timeless appeal.

Behr Boreal reviews (8 photos)

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What are Behr Boreal undertones?

Boreal has a clear green undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.

HEX value:

#717E73

RGB code:

113, 126, 115

Is Behr Boreal N420-5 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 129°, this black leans cool, but it's near the neutral line and may feel warmer in certain lighting.

N420-5 Boreal HSL code: 129, 5%, 47%

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.

How light temperature affects Boreal

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 Boreal:

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

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Darker shades

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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 Boreal with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 309, such as Behr Vintner and Uptown Girl.

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LRV of Boreal

Boreal has an LRV of 19.24% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why 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 19.24%, 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	#717e73
RGB Decimal	113, 126, 115
RGB Percent	44.31%, 49.41%, 45.10%
HSV	Hue: 129° Saturation: 10.32% Value: 49.41%
HSL	hsl(129, 5, 47)
CMYK	Cyan: 10.32 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 8.73 Key: 50.59
YIQ	Y: 120.859 I: -4.212 Q: -6.173
XYZ	X: 17.365 Y: 19.67 Z: 19.097
CIE Lab	L:51.462 a:-7.072 b:4.362
CIE Luv	L:51.462 u:-6.667 v:7.028
Decimal	7437939
Hunter Lab	44.351, -7.727, 5.516