Behr Cascade Beige N240-1
| Code: | N240-1 |
| Name: | Cascade Beige |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Cascade Beige?
Evoke a sense of warmth and sophistry with Behr's Cascade Beige (N240-1) paint color. This versatile hue serves as a neutral backdrop, effortlessly complementing both bold and muted tones. Pair it with a deep navy ( N440-7) for a striking contrast or opt for a soothing combination with a pale lavender (N110-1). The light undertones of Cascade Beige enhance the natural light in a room, creating a welcoming and airy ambiance. Experiment with accents of olive green (N380-6) or rust red (N200-6) to add depth to your space.
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What are Behr Cascade Beige undertones?
The undertone of Cascade Beige 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#E7DBCA
RGB code:
231, 219, 202
Is Behr Cascade Beige N240-1 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 35° thisBeigerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
N240-1 Cascade Beige HSL code: 35, 38%, 85%
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 beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
- To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish
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 Cascade Beige
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:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Cascade Beige:
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
N240-1
Cascade Beige
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 Cascade Beige with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 215, such as Behr Icicles and Shaved Ice.
LRV of Cascade Beige
Cascade Beige has an LRV of 71.93% 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 71.93%, 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 | #e7dbca |  |
| RGB Decimal | 231, 219, 202 | |
| RGB Percent | 90.59%, 85.88%, 79.22% | |
| HSV | Hue: 35° Saturation: 12.55% Value: 90.59% | |
| HSL | hsl(35, 38, 85) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 5.19 Yellow: 12.55 Key: 9.41 | |
| YIQ | Y: 220.65 I: 12.614 Q: -2.752 | |
| XYZ | X: 68.945 Y: 71.917 Z: 66.111 | |
| CIE Lab | L:87.929 a:1.286 b:9.832 | |
| CIE Luv | L:87.929 u:8.053 v:14.316 | |
| Decimal | 15195082 | |
| Hunter Lab | 84.804, -3.287, 13.142 | |
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