Behr Canterbury Bells P540-3
| Code: | P540-3 |
| Name: | Canterbury Bells |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Canterbury Bells?
Introducing the stunning Behr P540-3 Canterbury Bells, a soft and sophisticated shade that brings a touch of tranquility to any space. This elegant color pairs harmoniously with crisp whites, warm neutrals like Behr P100-4 Moulin, and bold accents such as Behr S160-7 Midnight in the Tropics for a chic and modern look. Incorporate this versatile hue into your home decor to create a serene and inviting atmosphere. Elevate your interior design with the timeless appeal of Behr P540-3 Canterbury Bells, a perfect choice for those seeking a refined and stylish aesthetic.
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What are Behr Canterbury Bells undertones?
Canterbury Bells has a clear blue 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:
#B9C3E6
RGB code:
185, 195, 230
Is Behr Canterbury Bells P540-3 cool or warm?
warm
cool
At 227° on the HSL hue wheel, this Purple falls clearly in the cool range.
P540-3 Canterbury Bells HSL code: 227, 47%, 81%
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 Canterbury Bells
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 Purple shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Canterbury Bells:
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 Canterbury Bells with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 47, such as Behr Ottertail and Rustic Taupe.
LRV of Canterbury Bells
Canterbury Bells has an LRV of 55.15% and refers to Light colors that reflect most 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 55.15%, 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 | #b9c3e6 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 185, 195, 230 | |
| RGB Percent | 72.55%, 76.47%, 90.20% | |
| HSV | Hue: 227° Saturation: 19.57% Value: 90.2% | |
| HSL | hsl(227, 47, 81) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 19.57 Magenta: 15.22 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 9.8 | |
| YIQ | Y: 196.0 I: -17.206 Q: 8.777 | |
| XYZ | X: 53.801 Y: 55.056 Z: 82.634 | |
| CIE Lab | L:79.074 a:3.806 b:-18.51 | |
| CIE Luv | L:79.074 u:-7.175 v:-29.688 | |
| Decimal | 12174310 | |
| Hunter Lab | 74.2, -0.423, -14.089 | |
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