# Behr Bossa Nova

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/behr-bossa-nova](https://plan-home.com/color/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.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Behr
- **Color name:** Bossa Nova
- **Color code:** S540-7
- **HEX:** #51556d
- **RGB:** 81, 85, 109
- **LRV:** 9.65%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Grey
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 231° Saturation: 25.69% Value: 42.75%
- **HSL:** hsl(231, 15, 37)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 25.69 Magenta: 22.02 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 57.25
- **YIQ:** Y: 86.54 I: -10.096 Q: 6.623
- **XYZ:** X: 9.401 Y: 9.35 Z: 15.773
- **CIE Lab:** L:36.65 a:4.295 b:-14.263
- **CIE Luv:** L:36.65 u:-3.3 v:-19.589
- **Decimal:** 5330285
- **Hunter Lab:** 30.578, 1.368, -9.179

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Valspar When Worlds Collide](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-when-worlds-collide)
- [Behr Lap Of Luxury](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-lap-of-luxury)
- [Behr Elegant Navy](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-elegant-navy)
- [Behr Vintage Velvet](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-vintage-velvet)
- [Behr Mardi Gras](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-mardi-gras)
- [Behr Blue Blood](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-blue-blood)
- [Valspar Dark Night](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-dark-night)
- [Valspar Sapphire Earbobs](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-sapphire-earbobs)
- [Benjamin Moore Stunning](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-stunning-826)
- [Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-approaching-storm-csp-535)
- [Behr Knighthood](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-knighthood)
- [Behr Strong Iris](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-strong-iris)
- [Benjamin Moore Darkest Grape](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-darkest-grape-2069-30)
- [Behr Mysterious Night](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-mysterious-night)
- [Behr Nobility Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-nobility-blue)
- [Valspar Karmic Grape](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-karmic-grape)
- [Behr Extreme](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-extreme)
- [Behr Award Night](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-award-night)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Behr Encore](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-encore)
- [Behr Fantasia](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-fantasia)
- [Behr Mysterious Night](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-mysterious-night)
- [Behr Blue Aura](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-blue-aura)
- [Behr Little Theater](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-little-theater)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Behr Manhattan Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-manhattan-blue)
- [Behr Black Sapphire](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-black-sapphire)
- [Behr Majestic Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-majestic-blue)
- [Behr Lap Of Luxury](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-lap-of-luxury)
- [Behr Elegant Navy](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-elegant-navy)

## Complementary colors
- [Behr Potting Soil](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-potting-soil)
- [Behr Mocha Accent](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-mocha-accent)
- [Behr Greywood](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-greywood)
- [Behr Aged Olive](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-aged-olive)
- [Behr Dusty Olive](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-dusty-olive)
- [Behr Mossy Bank](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-mossy-bank)
- [Behr Jungle Camouflage](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-jungle-camouflage)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.