Behr Composer'S Magic MQ5-37
| Code: | MQ5-37 |
| Name: | Composer'S Magic |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Composer'S Magic?
Transform any space into an enchanting retreat with the sublime charm of Behr MQ5-37 Composer'S Magic. This soft and sophisticated hue, reminiscent of a harmonious symphony, effortlessly brings a touch of elegance to any room. Pair Composer'S Magic with crisp whites for a timeless look, or combine it with Behr T19-06 Satin Black for a striking contrast that exudes modernity. For a more soothing ambiance, complement this color with accents in Behr T15-07 Silver City, creating a mesmerizing interplay of shades that redefine contemporary style. Add a touch of refinement to your decor palette with Composer'S Magic and elevate your living space to a new level of sophistication.
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What are Behr Composer'S Magic undertones?
Composer'S Magic has a clear purple 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:
#7A6E7E
RGB code:
122, 110, 126
Is Behr Composer'S Magic MQ5-37 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 285°, this dark purple leans warm, but it's close to neutral and can read cooler in some light.
MQ5-37 Composer'S Magic HSL code: 285, 7%, 46%
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 Composer'S Magic
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 dark purple shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Composer'S Magic:
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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Composer'S Magic
Darker 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 Composer'S Magic with a purple hue, complementary colors are those with a yellow hue close to 105, such as Behr Summer Green and Shy Green.
LRV of Composer'S Magic
Composer'S Magic has an LRV of 17.44% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 17.44%, 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 | #7a6e7e |  |
| RGB Decimal | 122, 110, 126 | |
| RGB Percent | 47.84%, 43.14%, 49.41% | |
| HSV | Hue: 285° Saturation: 12.7% Value: 49.41% | |
| HSL | hsl(285, 7, 46) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 3.17 Magenta: 12.7 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 50.59 | |
| YIQ | Y: 115.412 I: 2.009 Q: 7.518 | |
| XYZ | X: 17.367 Y: 16.796 Z: 22.06 | |
| CIE Lab | L:48.002 a:7.856 b:-7.118 | |
| CIE Luv | L:48.002 u:5.758 v:-11.08 | |
| Decimal | 8023678 | |
| Hunter Lab | 40.983, 3.922, -3.226 | |
Behr MQ5-37 Composer'S Magic
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