Behr Candy Drop MQ4-01
| Code: | MQ4-01 |
| Name: | Candy Drop |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Candy Drop?
The vibrant and playful Candy Drop by Behr (MQ4-01) adds a lively touch to any space. This cheerful hue pairs beautifully with neutral tones such as cream and light grey, creating a harmonious balance in the room. To enhance its sweetness, consider complementing Candy Drop with accents in soft pastel shades like mint green or blush pink. Incorporating natural textures like wood or rattan can help ground the color and bring a sense of warmth to the overall aesthetic. Let Candy Drop by Behr (MQ4-01) take center stage in your design and infuse your space with joyful energy.
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What are Behr Candy Drop undertones?
The undertone of Candy Drop 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#C25D6A
RGB code:
194, 93, 106
Is Behr Candy Drop MQ4-01 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 352° thisdark pinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
MQ4-01 Candy Drop HSL code: 352, 45%, 56%
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 pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
- Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.
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 Candy Drop
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 dark pink shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Candy Drop:
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
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 Candy Drop with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 172, such as Behr Forest Edge and Longmeadow.
LRV of Candy Drop
Candy Drop has an LRV of 20.57% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 20.57%, 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 | #c25d6a |  |
| RGB Decimal | 194, 93, 106 | |
| RGB Percent | 76.08%, 36.47%, 41.57% | |
| HSV | Hue: 352° Saturation: 52.06% Value: 76.08% | |
| HSL | hsl(352, 45, 56) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 52.06 Yellow: 45.36 Key: 23.92 | |
| YIQ | Y: 124.681 I: 56.008 Q: 25.411 | |
| XYZ | X: 28.766 Y: 20.342 Z: 16.043 | |
| CIE Lab | L:52.221 a:41.64 b:11.988 | |
| CIE Luv | L:52.221 u:70.165 v:7.394 | |
| Decimal | 12737898 | |
| Hunter Lab | 45.102, 34.918, 10.481 | |
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