Behr Fig Preserves N110-3
| Code: | N110-3 |
| Name: | Fig Preserves |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Fig Preserves?
Envision the warm embrace of Behr Fig Preserves (N110-3) coating your walls in a rich, inviting hue. This deep color adds a sense of sophistication and coziness to any space, making it perfect for a luxurious living room or a stylish dining area. Picture the walls bathed in Fig Preserves (N110-3), creating a harmonious ambiance that effortlessly blends modernity with timeless elegance. Whether used as an accent wall or as a bold statement throughout the room, this color transforms your home into a sanctuary of chic comfort. Embrace the allure of Behr N110-3 Fig Preserves, and infuse your living spaces with a touch of refined opulence.
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What are Behr Fig Preserves undertones?
The undertone of Fig Preserves 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#A7989E
RGB code:
167, 152, 158
Is Behr Fig Preserves N110-3 cool or warm?
With a hue of 336° thisPurplerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
N110-3 Fig Preserves HSL code: 336, 8%, 63%
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 purple shades add a rich and luxurious feel to a room, creating a sense of depth and warmth, ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and dining areas.
- Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.
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 Fig Preserves
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 Fig Preserves:
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
N110-3
Fig Preserves
Darker 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 Fig Preserves with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 156, such as Behr Forest Edge and Longmeadow.
LRV of Fig Preserves
Fig Preserves has an LRV of 33.96% 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 33.96%, 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 | #a7989e | |
| RGB Decimal | 167, 152, 158 | |
| RGB Percent | 65.49%, 59.61%, 61.96% | |
| HSV | Hue: 336° Saturation: 8.98% Value: 65.49% | |
| HSL | hsl(336, 8, 63) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 8.98 Yellow: 5.39 Key: 34.51 | |
| YIQ | Y: 157.169 I: 7.01 Q: 5.04 | |
| XYZ | X: 33.335 Y: 33.141 Z: 36.979 | |
| CIE Lab | L:64.275 a:6.594 b:-1.134 | |
| CIE Luv | L:64.275 u:8.4 v:-2.757 | |
| Decimal | 10983582 | |
| Hunter Lab | 57.568, 2.616, 2.212 |
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