Behr Eastern Bamboo PPU9-25
| Code: | PPU9-25 |
| Name: | Eastern Bamboo |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Eastern Bamboo?
Enhance your space with a touch of Eastern Bamboo (PPU9-25) walls, adding a subtle yet intriguing element to the room. This versatile shade blends beautifully with soft neutrals, such as creamy off-whites or warm greys, for a soothing and harmonious palette. Consider pairing Eastern Bamboo (PPU9-25) with accents in rich jewel tones like sapphire blue or emerald green to create a striking contrast that elevates the overall ambiance. Embrace the serenity and sophistication of this color by incorporating natural wood finishes and textures for a modern and inviting aesthetic.
Eastern Bamboo for exterior
Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this warm hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
Behr Eastern Bamboo reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
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What are Behr Eastern Bamboo undertones?
The undertone of Eastern Bamboo can be accurately described as a Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#5E5D3D
RGB code:
94, 93, 61
Is Behr Eastern Bamboo PPU9-25 cool or warm?
With a hue of 58° thisdark greenrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
PPU9-25 Eastern Bamboo HSL code: 58, 21%, 30%
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 green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
- 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 Eastern Bamboo
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 dark green shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Eastern Bamboo:
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
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 Eastern Bamboo with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 238, such as Behr Blue Aura and Camelot.
LRV of Eastern Bamboo
Eastern Bamboo has an LRV of 10.34% 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 10.34%, 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 | #5e5d3d | |
| RGB Decimal | 94, 93, 61 | |
| RGB Percent | 36.86%, 36.47%, 23.92% | |
| HSV | Hue: 58° Saturation: 35.11% Value: 36.86% | |
| HSL | hsl(58, 21, 30) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 1.06 Yellow: 35.11 Key: 63.14 | |
| YIQ | Y: 89.651 I: 10.879 Q: -9.747 | |
| XYZ | X: 9.373 Y: 10.546 Z: 5.955 | |
| CIE Lab | L:38.804 a:-5.224 b:18.572 | |
| CIE Luv | L:38.804 u:2.196 v:21.955 | |
| Decimal | 6184253 | |
| Hunter Lab | 32.474, -5.31, 11.859 |
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