What is the HEX code for Behr Dayflower?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Dayflower undertone is #b8cccd .

What is the RGB code of Behr Dayflower?

RGB code is 184, 204, 205 . 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 Dayflower MQ3-54

Q: Is Behr Dayflower MQ3-54 cool or warm?

Behr MQ3-54 Dayflower is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Behr Dayflower undertones?

Blue is Behr Dayflower undertone color.

Code:	MQ3-54
Name:	Dayflower
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Dayflower?

Imagine a space painted in Behr MQ3-54 Dayflower, a tranquil and elegant hue that brings a sense of calmness to any room. This soft shade pairs beautifully with crisp whites and subtle greys, creating a harmonious and sophisticated color palette. Dayflower effortlessly complements natural wood accents, adding warmth and depth to the space. Pairing it with touches of gold or brass accents can enhance the richness of this serene color, elevating the overall ambiance of the room. The timeless appeal of Behr MQ3-54 Dayflower transforms any space into a peaceful sanctuary with a hint of sophistication.

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What are Behr Dayflower undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#B8CCCD

RGB code:

184, 204, 205

Is Behr Dayflower MQ3-54 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 183° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

MQ3-54 Dayflower HSL code: 183, 17%, 76%

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.
Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.

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 Dayflower

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).
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Dayflower:

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 Dayflower with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 3, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.

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LRV of Dayflower

Dayflower has an LRV of 56.5% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 56.5%, 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	#b8cccd
RGB Decimal	184, 204, 205
RGB Percent	72.16%, 80.00%, 80.39%
HSV	Hue: 183° Saturation: 10.24% Value: 80.39%
HSL	hsl(183, 17, 76)
CMYK	Cyan: 10.24 Magenta: 0.49 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 19.61
YIQ	Y: 198.134 I: -12.239 Q: -3.92
XYZ	X: 52.376 Y: 57.783 Z: 66.135
CIE Lab	L:80.618 a:-6.534 b:-2.794
CIE Luv	L:80.618 u:-10.866 v:-3.124
Decimal	12111053
Hunter Lab	76.015, -10.036, 1.627