Behr Dove HDC-MD-21

Code:HDC-MD-21
Name:Dove
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Dove?

Behr HDC-MD-21 Dove is a versatile color that exudes a sense of elegance and sophistication. This soft grey hue pairs beautifully with cool tones such as navy blue and mint green, creating a refined and modern look. When combined with warmer shades like terracotta or mustard yellow, HDC-MD-21 adds a subtle contrast, adding depth to the space. Whether used as a main wall color or as an accent, Dove complements a variety of color schemes, making it a timeless choice for any interior design project.

Dove for living room

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What are Behr Dove undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#D9D4CB

RGB code:

217, 212, 203

Is Behr Dove HDC-MD-21 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 39° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

HDC-MD-21 Dove HSL code: 39, 16%, 82%

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 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.
  • Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • 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 Dove

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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Dove:

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 Dove with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 219, such as Behr Shaved Ice and Adirondack Blue.

LRV of Dove

Dove has an LRV of 66.05% 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 66.05%, 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#d9d4cbCopy color code
RGB Decimal217, 212, 203Copy color code
RGB Percent85.10%, 83.14%, 79.61%Copy color code
HSVHue: 39° Saturation: 6.45% Value: 85.1%Copy color code
HSLhsl(39, 16, 82)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.3 Yellow: 6.45 Key: 14.9Copy color code
YIQY: 212.469 I: 5.872 Q: -1.743Copy color code
XYZX: 62.936 Y: 66.151 Z: 65.937Copy color code
CIE LabL:85.073 a:0.142 b:5.057Copy color code
CIE LuvL:85.073 u:3.397 v:7.527Copy color code
Decimal14275787Copy color code
Hunter Lab81.333, -4.209, 8.867Copy color code