Behr Cardamom Spice PPU5-17
| Code: | PPU5-17 |
| Name: | Cardamom Spice |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Cardamom Spice?
Introducing Behr Cardamom Spice PPU5-17, a warm and inviting hue that adds a touch of sophistication to any space. This rich and earthy color pairs beautifully with neutrals like almond W-F-200 and deep blues like atlas PPU13-14 for a harmonious and balanced look. Complement Cardamom Spice with accents in shades of terracotta C14-20 and rust orange PPU2-11 for a cozy and autumnal feel. Whether used as a statement wall color or as an all-over palette, Cardamom Spice adds depth and warmth to your home decor. Explore the versatile beauty of Behr Cardamom Spice PPU5-17 for a space that radiates timeless charm and elegance.
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What are Behr Cardamom Spice undertones?
Cardamom Spice 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:
#837165
RGB code:
131, 113, 101
Is Behr Cardamom Spice PPU5-17 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 24°, this brown reads warm on the HSL color wheel.
PPU5-17 Cardamom Spice HSL code: 24, 13%, 45%
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 Cardamom Spice
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 brown shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Cardamom Spice:
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
PPU5-17
Cardamom Spice
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 Cardamom Spice with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 204, such as Behr Nor'Wester and Absolute Zero.
LRV of Cardamom Spice
Cardamom Spice has an LRV of 17.96% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 17.96%, 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 | #837165 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 131, 113, 101 | |
| RGB Percent | 51.37%, 44.31%, 39.61% | |
| HSV | Hue: 24° Saturation: 22.9% Value: 51.37% | |
| HSL | hsl(24, 13, 45) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 13.74 Yellow: 22.9 Key: 48.63 | |
| YIQ | Y: 117.014 I: 14.582 Q: 0.073 | |
| XYZ | X: 17.614 Y: 17.576 Z: 14.773 | |
| CIE Lab | L:48.977 a:4.99 b:9.26 | |
| CIE Luv | L:48.977 u:11.824 v:11.159 | |
| Decimal | 8614245 | |
| Hunter Lab | 41.923, 1.631, 8.454 | |
Behr PPU5-17 Cardamom Spice
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