Behr Earth Fired Red S200-7
| Code: | S200-7 |
| Name: | Earth Fired Red |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Earth Fired Red?
Imagine immersing yourself in a room painted in Behr Earth Fired Red. The space emanates warmth and sophistication, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. This rich hue pairs beautifully with neutrals like cream and taupe, adding depth and contrast to the space. For a bolder look, consider complementing Earth Fired Red with accents in charcoal and deep navy. The versatile nature of Behr S200-7 makes it a versatile color choice for various design styles.
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What are Behr Earth Fired Red undertones?
The undertone of Earth Fired Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#785240
RGB code:
120, 82, 64
Is Behr Earth Fired Red S200-7 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 19° thisbrownrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
S200-7 Earth Fired Red HSL code: 19, 30%, 36%
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 beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
- Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.
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 Earth Fired Red
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 brown shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Earth Fired Red:
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
S200-7
Earth Fired Red
Darker shades
S200-7
Earth Fired Red
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 Earth Fired Red with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 199, such as Behr Oceanic Climate and Nor'Wester.
LRV of Earth Fired Red
Earth Fired Red has an LRV of 10.72% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 10.72%, 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 | #785240 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 120, 82, 64 | |
| RGB Percent | 47.06%, 32.16%, 25.10% | |
| HSV | Hue: 19° Saturation: 46.67% Value: 47.06% | |
| HSL | hsl(19, 30, 36) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 31.67 Yellow: 46.67 Key: 52.94 | |
| YIQ | Y: 91.31 I: 28.428 Q: 2.437 | |
| XYZ | X: 11.689 Y: 10.399 Z: 6.241 | |
| CIE Lab | L:38.549 a:13.523 b:16.938 | |
| CIE Luv | L:38.549 u:26.563 v:16.923 | |
| Decimal | 7885376 | |
| Hunter Lab | 32.247, 8.27, 11.099 | |
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