Behr Cracked Pepper PPU18-01

Code:PPU18-01
Name:Cracked Pepper
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Cracked Pepper?

Behr PPU18-01 Cracked Pepper adds a touch of sophistication to any space with its deep, rich tones. This color pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like PPU12-13 Silent White and PPU24-08 Urban Rain, creating a modern and cozy atmosphere. Cracked Pepper can also be complemented by accents in cooler shades such as PPU18-10 Broadway, adding depth and contrast to the overall design. Whether used as a wall color or in furniture pieces, Behr's Cracked Pepper brings timeless elegance to interiors.

Cracked Pepper for bedroom

We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful cool Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Behr Cracked Pepper bedroom accent wall
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Cracked Pepper for living room

Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space

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Behr PPU18-01 for bathroom

Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully cool Dark real bathrooms.

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Behr PPU18-01 on kitchen cabinets

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

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Cracked Pepper for exterior

Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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Behr Cracked Pepper reviews

View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

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What are Behr Cracked Pepper undertones?

The undertone of Cracked Pepper 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:

#4F5152

RGB code:

79, 81, 82

Is Behr Cracked Pepper PPU18-01 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 200° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU18-01 Cracked Pepper HSL code: 200, 2%, 32%

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 Cracked Pepper

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 black shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Cracked Pepper:

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.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

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 Cracked Pepper with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 20, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.

LRV of Cracked Pepper

Cracked Pepper has an LRV of 8.41% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect 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 8.41%, 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#4f5152Copy color code
RGB Decimal79, 81, 82Copy color code
RGB Percent30.98%, 31.76%, 32.16%Copy color code
HSVHue: 200° Saturation: 3.66% Value: 32.16%Copy color code
HSLhsl(200, 2, 32)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 3.66 Magenta: 1.22 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 67.84Copy color code
YIQY: 80.516 I: -1.513 Q: -0.112Copy color code
XYZX: 7.689 Y: 8.156 Z: 9.15Copy color code
CIE LabL:34.306 a:-0.587 b:-0.866Copy color code
CIE LuvL:34.306 u:-1.128 v:-0.986Copy color code
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Hunter Lab28.559, -1.918, 0.997Copy color code
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