What is the HEX code for Behr Coal Mine?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Coal Mine undertone is #54555d .

What is the RGB code of Behr Coal Mine?

RGB code is 84, 85, 93 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Behr Coal Mine N540-7

Q: Is Behr Coal Mine N540-7 cool or warm?

Behr N540-7 Coal Mine is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Behr Coal Mine undertones?

Blue is Behr Coal Mine undertone color.

Code:	N540-7
Name:	Coal Mine
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Coal Mine?

The deep and sophisticated Coal Mine N540-7 adds a touch of mystery to any space, bringing a sense of drama and elegance. This color pairs beautifully with warm neutrals like soft beige and rich taupe, creating a luxurious and inviting atmosphere. Complementing it with accents in metallic tones like gold or silver can enhance its regal feel, while incorporating touches of deep emerald green can add a pop of unexpected vibrancy. Allow Coal Mine to be the star of the show by pairing it with lighter shades in furnishings and décor to create a balanced and harmonious look.

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What are Behr Coal Mine undertones?

The undertone of Coal Mine 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

HEX value

HEX value:

#54555D

RGB code:

84, 85, 93

Is Behr Coal Mine N540-7 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 233° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

N540-7 Coal Mine HSL code: 233, 5%, 35%

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 grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
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 Coal Mine

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 black shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Coal Mine:

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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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 Coal Mine with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 53, such as Behr Greywood and Aged Olive.

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LRV of Coal Mine

Coal Mine has an LRV of 9.45% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect light. Why 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 9.45%, 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	#54555d
RGB Decimal	84, 85, 93
RGB Percent	32.94%, 33.33%, 36.47%
HSV	Hue: 233° Saturation: 9.68% Value: 36.47%
HSL	hsl(233, 5, 35)
CMYK	Cyan: 9.68 Magenta: 8.6 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 63.53
YIQ	Y: 85.613 I: -3.167 Q: 2.278
XYZ	X: 8.88 Y: 9.172 Z: 11.656
CIE Lab	L:36.313 a:1.389 b:-4.767
CIE Luv	L:36.313 u:-0.973 v:-6.298
Decimal	5526877
Hunter Lab	30.285, -0.662, -1.618