Behr Catalina Coast PPU13-03

Code:PPU13-03
Name:Catalina Coast
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Catalina Coast?

Transform your space with the serene beauty of Behr Catalina Coast (PPU13-03). This soft and sophisticated hue evokes the calming essence of a coastal retreat, bringing a touch of tranquility to any room. Pair Catalina Coast with crisp whites and sandy beiges for a coastal-inspired look, or add depth with accents in shades of seafoam green or weathered driftwood. Complement the effortless elegance of Catalina Coast with natural textures like rattan, jute, and weathered wood for a truly coastal feel. Elevate your space with this versatile and timeless color that effortlessly pairs with a variety of decor styles.

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What are Behr Catalina Coast undertones?

The undertone of Catalina Coast can be accurately described as a Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#5C7884

RGB code:

92, 120, 132

Is Behr Catalina Coast PPU13-03 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
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With a hue of 198° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU13-03 Catalina Coast HSL code: 198, 18%, 44%

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.

  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
  • Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

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 Catalina Coast

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this dark blue shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Catalina Coast:

Monochromatic color scheme

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.

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Complementary color scheme

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 Catalina Coast with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 18, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.

LRV of Catalina Coast

Catalina Coast has an LRV of 16.67% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

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 16.67%, 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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HEX#5c7884Copy color code
RGB Decimal92, 120, 132Copy color code
RGB Percent36.08%, 47.06%, 51.76%Copy color code
HSVHue: 198° Saturation: 30.3% Value: 51.76%Copy color code
HSLhsl(198, 18, 44)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 30.3 Magenta: 9.09 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 48.24Copy color code
YIQY: 112.996 I: -20.541 Q: -2.189Copy color code
XYZX: 15.293 Y: 17.373 Z: 24.371Copy color code
CIE LabL:48.727 a:-7.045 b:-9.834Copy color code
CIE LuvL:48.727 u:-14.292 v:-12.873Copy color code
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Hunter Lab41.682, -7.449, -5.49Copy color code
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