Behr Butterscotch Amber MQ2-04
| Code: | MQ2-04 |
| Name: | Butterscotch Amber |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Butterscotch Amber?
Step into a warm embrace of Butterscotch Amber by Behr (MQ2-04) - a rich and inviting shade that exudes comfort and sophistication. This luxurious hue is perfect for bringing a cozy and elegant touch to any space, from living rooms to bedrooms, and even home offices. Behr's Butterscotch Amber (MQ2-04) adds a sun-kissed glow to interiors, creating a welcoming atmosphere that is both timeless and versatile. Embrace this golden hue to infuse your rooms with a radiant charm that evokes warmth and positivity. Experience the beauty and richness of Butterscotch Amber by Behr (MQ2-04) in your home - a color that promises to uplift and inspire any room it graces.
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What are Behr Butterscotch Amber undertones?
Butterscotch Amber has a clear red 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:
#D3B090
RGB code:
211, 176, 144
Is Behr Butterscotch Amber MQ2-04 cool or warm?
warm
cool
At 29° on the HSL hue wheel, this Beige sits firmly on the warm side.
MQ2-04 Butterscotch Amber HSL code: 29, 43%, 70%
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 Butterscotch Amber
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 Beige shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Butterscotch Amber:
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
MQ2-04
Butterscotch Amber
Darker shades
MQ2-04
Butterscotch Amber
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 Butterscotch Amber with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 209, such as Behr Nor'Wester and Absolute Zero.
LRV of Butterscotch Amber
Butterscotch Amber has an LRV of 47.28% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident light. Why LRV is important?
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 47.28%, 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 | #d3b090 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 211, 176, 144 | |
| RGB Percent | 82.75%, 69.02%, 56.47% | |
| HSV | Hue: 29° Saturation: 31.75% Value: 82.75% | |
| HSL | hsl(29, 43, 70) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 16.59 Yellow: 31.75 Key: 17.25 | |
| YIQ | Y: 182.817 I: 31.14 Q: -2.555 | |
| XYZ | X: 47.424 Y: 46.915 Z: 32.936 | |
| CIE Lab | L:74.135 a:8.057 b:21.151 | |
| CIE Luv | L:74.135 u:24.424 v:27.407 | |
| Decimal | 13873296 | |
| Hunter Lab | 68.495, 3.723, 19.437 | |
Behr MQ2-04 Butterscotch Amber
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