Behr Cold Steel MQ5-20
| Code: | MQ5-20 |
| Name: | Cold Steel |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Cold Steel?
Behr's Cold Steel MQ5-20 adds a sophisticated touch to any space with its cool and modern undertones. This versatile hue pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like warm beige and cool grey, creating a harmonious and calming ambiance. To add a pop of contrast, consider incorporating accents in deep navy or muted olive. Cold Steel's subdued elegance makes it a perfect choice for contemporary or minimalist interiors seeking a touch of refinement.
What are Behr Cold Steel undertones?
The undertone of Cold Steel 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#808F98
RGB code:
128, 143, 152
Is Behr Cold Steel MQ5-20 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 202° this Blue refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
MQ5-20 Cold Steel HSL code: 202, 10%, 55%
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.
- Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.
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.
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Cold Steel:
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 decor, it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
MQ5-20
Cold Steel
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 Cold Steel with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 22, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.