Behr Establish Mint M400-1

Code:M400-1
Name:Establish Mint
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Establish Mint?

Elevate your space with Behr EstablishMint (M400-1), a refreshing hue that brings a sense of peace and clarity. This soft shade of mint effortlessly revitalizes any room, making it perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices. EstablishMint (M400-1) adds a subtle pop of color that promotes focus and relaxation, making it ideal for modern and traditional interiors alike. Transform your space with this versatile color that embodies tranquility and sophistication. Welcome a breath of fresh air into your home with Behr EstablishMint (M400-1).

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What are Behr Establish Mint undertones?

The undertone of Establish Mint can be accurately described as a Green 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#E2EDDD

RGB code:

226, 237, 221

Is Behr Establish Mint M400-1 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 101° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

M400-1 Establish Mint HSL code: 101, 31%, 90%

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 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.
  • Cool green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
  • Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.

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 Establish Mint

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 Establish Mint:

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

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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 Establish Mint with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 281, such as Behr Mata Hari and Illusionist.

LRV of Establish Mint

Establish Mint has an LRV of 80.54% and refers to Off‑White colors that reflect a lot of 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 80.54%, 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#e2edddCopy color code
RGB Decimal226, 237, 221Copy color code
RGB Percent88.63%, 92.94%, 86.67%Copy color code
HSVHue: 101° Saturation: 6.75% Value: 92.94%Copy color code
HSLhsl(101, 31, 90)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 4.64 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 6.75 Key: 7.06Copy color code
YIQY: 231.887 I: -1.413 Q: -7.306Copy color code
XYZX: 74.696 Y: 81.957 Z: 80.271Copy color code
CIE LabL:92.556 a:-6.501 b:6.491Copy color code
CIE LuvL:92.556 u:-5.337 v:10.98Copy color code
Decimal14872029Copy color code
Hunter Lab90.53, -11.149, 10.8Copy color code