Behr Bossa Nova S540-7

Color code:S540-7
Color name:Bossa Nova
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Bossa Nova?

Create a statement in your space with Behr Bossa Nova. This rich and vibrant hue, S540-7, adds a touch of excitement to any room. Pair it with soft neutrals like beige and ivory for a balanced look, or go bold with pops of teal or mustard yellow for a striking contrast. Let Bossa Nova be the focal point of your decor and watch your room come alive with energy and warmth.

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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 Bossa Nova undertones?

Blue is Behr Bossa Nova 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 Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate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:

#51556D

RGB code:

81, 85, 109

Is Behr Bossa Nova S540-7 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 231° this Grey refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

S540-7 Bossa Nova HSL code: 231, 15%, 37%

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 Grey shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool Grey 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 Bossa Nova:

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.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

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

Bossa Nova S540-7 vs Elegant Navy M530-7

Behr Bossa Nova S540-7 vs Behr Elegant Navy M530-7Open Bossa Nova S540-7
LRV: 9.65%
Dark color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 8.53%
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Temperature: cold

Bossa Nova S540-7 vs Ripe Berry SW 9689

Behr Bossa Nova S540-7 vs Sherwin Williams Ripe Berry SW 9689Open Bossa Nova S540-7
LRV: 9.65%
Dark color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 9.9%
Dark color
Temperature: cold