Behr Dark Shadows MQ5-02
| Color code: | MQ5-02 |
| Color name: | Dark Shadows |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Dark Shadows?
Behr Dark Shadows (MQ5-02) envelops any room with a deep, mysterious allure. This rich hue thrives in spaces seeking a touch of drama and sophistication. Use Dark Shadows in a bedroom to create a cozy retreat or in a home office for a productive, focused atmosphere. This color pairs beautifully with metallic accents and rich textures for a luxurious feel in living rooms and dining areas. Let Behr MQ5-02 Dark Shadows bring warmth and depth to your home.
What are Behr Dark Shadows undertones?
Purple is Behr Dark Shadows undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate
R
G
B
HEX value
HEX value:
#5B595D
RGB code:
91, 89, 93
Is Behr Dark Shadows MQ5-02 cool or warm?
warm colors
cool colors
With a hue of 270° this Grey refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
MQ5-02 Dark Shadows HSL code: 270, 2%, 36%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Cool Grey shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool Grey undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
- Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.
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 Dark Shadows:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.
Lighter shades
Behr MQ5-02 Dark Shadows
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.
Color comparison
Dark Shadows MQ5-02 vs Forged Steel SW 9565
LRV: 10.43%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 10.47%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: warm