What is the HEX code for Behr Dark Navy?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Dark Navy undertone is #40495b .

What is the RGB code of Behr Dark Navy?

RGB code is 64, 73, 91 . 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 Dark Navy S530-7

Q: Is Behr Dark Navy S530-7 cool or warm?

Behr S530-7 Dark Navy is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Behr Dark Navy undertones?

Blue is Behr Dark Navy undertone color.

Code:	S530-7
Name:	Dark Navy
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Dark Navy?

Behr's Dark Navy (S530-7) is a rich and sophisticated hue that exudes elegance and depth. This deep shade of navy creates a sense of tranquility and coziness, making it ideal for bedrooms, home offices, and living rooms. The color Dark Navy adds a touch of drama and timeless appeal to any space, making it perfect for creating a classy and stylish atmosphere. Whether used as an accent wall or as the main color in the room, Dark Navy (S530-7) provides a modern and luxurious feel that will elevate the ambiance of any interior.

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What are Behr Dark Navy undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#40495B

RGB code:

64, 73, 91

Is Behr Dark Navy S530-7 cool or warm?

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cool

With a hue of 220° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

S530-7 Dark Navy HSL code: 220, 17%, 30%

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.
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 Dark Navy

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 blue shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Dark Navy:

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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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 Dark Navy with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 40, such as Behr Chicago Fog and White City.

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LRV of Dark Navy

Dark Navy has an LRV of 6.95% 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 6.95%, 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	#40495b
RGB Decimal	64, 73, 91
RGB Percent	25.10%, 28.63%, 35.69%
HSV	Hue: 220° Saturation: 29.67% Value: 35.69%
HSL	hsl(220, 17, 30)
CMYK	Cyan: 29.67 Magenta: 19.78 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 64.31
YIQ	Y: 72.361 I: -11.147 Q: 3.698
XYZ	X: 6.385 Y: 6.61 Z: 10.834
CIE Lab	L:30.902 a:1.086 b:-11.811
CIE Luv	L:30.902 u:-5.156 v:-15.01
Decimal	4213083
Hunter Lab	25.71, -0.667, -6.987