Behr Dainty Apricot P220-4

Code:P220-4
Name:Dainty Apricot
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Dainty Apricot?

The warm and inviting hue of Behr Dainty Apricot (P220-4) brings a soft and delicate touch to any space. This gentle shade pairs beautifully with soft blues and greens, creating a tranquil and harmonious atmosphere. The subtle undertones of Behr Dainty Apricot (P220-4) can be complemented with rich browns and earthy neutrals for a cozy and inviting feel. Enhance this color's charm by incorporating accents in creamy whites and light grays to create a serene and elegant setting. Whether used as a main color or as an accent, Behr Dainty Apricot (P220-4) adds a touch of warmth and sophistication to any room.

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What are Behr Dainty Apricot undertones?

The undertone of Dainty Apricot can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#FDC592

RGB code:

253, 197, 146

Is Behr Dainty Apricot P220-4 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 29° thisYellowrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

P220-4 Dainty Apricot HSL code: 29, 96%, 78%

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.

  • Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
  • Warm yellow shades bring a sunny and cheerful atmosphere to a space, making it feel lively and welcoming, perfect for kitchens, living rooms, and play areas.
  • To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

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 Dainty Apricot

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 Yellow shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Dainty Apricot:

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 Dainty Apricot with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 209, such as Behr French Porcelain and Perfect Sky.

LRV of Dainty Apricot

Dainty Apricot has an LRV of 62.92% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 62.92%, 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#fdc592Copy color code
RGB Decimal253, 197, 146Copy color code
RGB Percent99.22%, 77.25%, 57.25%Copy color code
HSVHue: 29° Saturation: 42.29% Value: 99.22%Copy color code
HSLhsl(29, 96, 78)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 22.13 Yellow: 42.29 Key: 0.78Copy color code
YIQY: 207.93 I: 49.759 Q: -4.025Copy color code
XYZX: 65.664 Y: 62.894 Z: 35.868Copy color code
CIE LabL:83.387 a:13.621 b:33.23Copy color code
CIE LuvL:83.387 u:40.513 v:41.807Copy color code
Decimal16631186Copy color code
Hunter Lab79.306, 9.011, 28.699Copy color code
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