Behr Dream Sunset PPU17-14
| Code: | PPU17-14 |
| Name: | Dream Sunset |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Dream Sunset?
The warm and inviting Dream Sunset paint color by Behr PPU17-14 adds a cozy ambiance to any room. This earthy hue pairs beautifully with soft off-whites, such as Behr 1873 Linen White, for a serene and sophisticated look. Complementing this color with accents in Behr M440-2 Moonlit Beach or Behr N470-3 Meteorological will create a harmonious palette that evokes a sense of calm and tranquility. Experimenting with pops of Behr 710C-2 Glacier Lake or Behr 380F-6 Daffodil makes for a stylish and modern twist on this timeless shade.
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What are Behr Dream Sunset undertones?
Dream Sunset has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#9B868D
RGB code:
155, 134, 141
Is Behr Dream Sunset PPU17-14 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 340°, this Purple leans warm, but it's close to neutral and can read cooler in some light.
PPU17-14 Dream Sunset HSL code: 340, 10%, 57%
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.
How light temperature affects Dream Sunset
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 Purple shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Dream Sunset:
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
PPU17-14
Dream Sunset
Darker shades
PPU17-14
Dream Sunset
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 Dream Sunset with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 160, such as Behr Forest Edge and Longmeadow.
LRV of Dream Sunset
Dream Sunset has an LRV of 26.85% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?
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 26.85%, 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 | #9b868d |  |
| RGB Decimal | 155, 134, 141 | |
| RGB Percent | 60.78%, 52.55%, 55.29% | |
| HSV | Hue: 340° Saturation: 13.55% Value: 60.78% | |
| HSL | hsl(340, 10, 57) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 13.55 Yellow: 9.03 Key: 39.22 | |
| YIQ | Y: 141.077 I: 10.265 Q: 6.621 | |
| XYZ | X: 26.85 Y: 25.942 Z: 28.785 | |
| CIE Lab | L:57.982 a:9.183 b:-0.805 | |
| CIE Luv | L:57.982 u:12.027 v:-2.675 | |
| Decimal | 10192525 | |
| Hunter Lab | 50.934, 4.962, 2.146 | |
Behr PPU17-14 Dream Sunset
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