Behr Cavern Clay MQ2-41
| Code: | MQ2-41 |
| Name: | Cavern Clay |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Cavern Clay?
Welcome to a world of warmth and sophistication with Behr Cavern Clay (MQ2-41). This rich terracotta hue effortlessly infuses any space with a sense of comfort and creativity. Ideal for cozy living rooms, inviting dining areas, or serene bedrooms, this versatile color brings a touch of earthy elegance to your home decor. Let Cavern Clay (MQ2-41) envelop you in its inviting embrace, creating a harmonious and stylish ambiance that speaks to your unique sense of design. Embrace the beauty of this trendsetting shade and elevate your space with its timeless allure.
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What are Behr Cavern Clay undertones?
Cavern Clay 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:
#B69981
RGB code:
182, 153, 129
Is Behr Cavern Clay MQ2-41 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 27°, this Beige reads warm on the HSL color wheel.
MQ2-41 Cavern Clay HSL code: 27, 27%, 61%
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 Cavern Clay
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:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Cavern Clay:
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
MQ2-41
Cavern Clay
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 Cavern Clay with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 207, such as Behr Nor'Wester and Absolute Zero.
LRV of Cavern Clay
Cavern Clay has an LRV of 34.79% 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 34.79%, 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 | #b69981 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 182, 153, 129 | |
| RGB Percent | 71.37%, 60.00%, 50.59% | |
| HSV | Hue: 27° Saturation: 29.12% Value: 71.37% | |
| HSL | hsl(27, 27, 61) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 15.93 Yellow: 29.12 Key: 28.63 | |
| YIQ | Y: 158.935 I: 24.993 Q: -1.334 | |
| XYZ | X: 34.645 Y: 34.314 Z: 25.561 | |
| CIE Lab | L:65.211 a:7.12 b:16.641 | |
| CIE Luv | L:65.211 u:19.941 v:21.164 | |
| Decimal | 11966849 | |
| Hunter Lab | 58.578, 3.06, 15.133 | |
Behr MQ2-41 Cavern Clay
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