What is the HEX code for Behr Forbidden Red?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Forbidden Red undertone is #8a4646 .

What is the RGB code of Behr Forbidden Red?

RGB code is 138, 70, 70 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Behr Forbidden Red PPU1-10

Q: Is Behr Forbidden Red PPU1-10 cool or warm?

Behr PPU1-10 Forbidden Red is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Behr Forbidden Red undertones?

Red is Behr Forbidden Red undertone color.

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What are Behr Forbidden Red undertones?
Is Forbidden Red PPU1-10 cool or warm?
How light temperature affects on Forbidden Red
Monochromatic color scheme
Complementary color scheme
Color comparison and matching
LRV of Forbidden Red PPU1-10
Color codes
Color equivalents

Code:	PPU1-10
Name:	Forbidden Red
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Forbidden Red?

Transform your space with Behr Forbidden Red (PPU1-10), a rich and sultry hue that adds a touch of drama to any room. This deep red color exudes sophistication and pairs beautifully with neutral tones like Feather Gray (PPU7-05) and Crisp Linen (PPU7-07) for a modern, elegant look. For a bold contrast, Forbidden Red harmonizes stunningly with shades like Midnight Black (PPU18-01) and Navy Blue (PPU13-12). Whether you're going for a classic or contemporary vibe, Forbidden Red is a versatile choice that will bring warmth and character to your space.

What are Behr Forbidden Red undertones?

Forbidden Red 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:

#8A4646

RGB code:

138, 70, 70

Is Behr Forbidden Red PPU1-10 cool or warm?

warm

cool

At 0° on the HSL hue wheel, this dark red sits firmly on the warm side.

PPU1-10 Forbidden Red HSL code: 0, 33%, 41%

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 Forbidden 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 dark red shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Forbidden 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

PPU1-10
Forbidden Red

Darker shades

PPU1-10
Forbidden 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 Forbidden Red with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 180, such as Behr Longmeadow and Greenwich Village.

PPU1-10
Forbidden Red

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LRV of Forbidden Red

Forbidden Red has an LRV of 10.5% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why 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 10.5%, 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	#8a4646
RGB Decimal	138, 70, 70
RGB Percent	54.12%, 27.45%, 27.45%
HSV	Hue: 0° Saturation: 49.28% Value: 54.12%
HSL	hsl(0, 33, 41)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 49.28 Yellow: 49.28 Key: 45.88
YIQ	Y: 90.332 I: 40.521 Q: 14.384
XYZ	X: 13.778 Y: 10.227 Z: 7.041
CIE Lab	L:38.247 a:28.829 b:13.252
CIE Luv	L:38.247 u:47.146 v:10.173
Decimal	9061958
Hunter Lab	31.98, 20.937, 9.332

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Dark colors

Red tones

dark red colors

Behr Forbidden Red PPU1-10

What color is Behr Forbidden Red?

What are Behr Forbidden Red undertones?

Is Behr Forbidden Red PPU1-10 cool or warm?

How light temperature affects Forbidden Red

Coordinating colors. Colors that go with Behr Forbidden Red:

Monochromatic color scheme

Lighter shades

PPU1-06Rose Marquee

S140-5Red Gerbera

PPU1-08Pompeian Red

MQ1-21Rich Brocade

S150-4Red Clover

Darker shades

HDC-CL-11January Garnet

S140-7Deco Red

PPU2-01Chipotle Paste

PPU2-02Red Pepper

MQ1-19Dressed To Impress

Complementary color scheme

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LRV of Forbidden Red

Color codes

Color equivalents

MQ1-09

Haute Couture

Behr

PPU1-12

Bolero

Behr

2084-20

Maple Leaf Red

Benjamin Moore

CSP-1165

Cinnabar

Benjamin Moore

1274

Warm Earth

Benjamin Moore

M140-6

Circus Red

Behr

2085-20

Pottery Red

Benjamin Moore

PPU2-03

Allure

Behr

2005-20

Hot Apple Spice

Benjamin Moore

PPU1-08

Pompeian Red

Behr

1295

Hearth Red

Benjamin Moore

M140-7

Dark Crimson

Behr

S140-6

Moroccan Ruby

Behr

S140-7

Deco Red

Behr

HDC-CL-11

January Garnet

Behr

2082-20

Plum Raisin

Benjamin Moore

1302

Sweet Rosy Brown

Benjamin Moore

CW-245

St. George Red

Benjamin Moore

042

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Forbidden Red:

PPU1-06
Rose Marquee

S140-5
Red Gerbera

PPU1-08
Pompeian Red

MQ1-21
Rich Brocade

S150-4
Red Clover

HDC-CL-11
January Garnet

S140-7
Deco Red

PPU2-01
Chipotle Paste

PPU2-02
Red Pepper

MQ1-19
Dressed To Impress

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Forbidden Red PPU1-10
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Forbidden Red PPU1-10
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Forbidden Red:

PPU1-06
Rose Marquee

S140-5
Red Gerbera

PPU1-08
Pompeian Red

MQ1-21
Rich Brocade

S150-4
Red Clover

HDC-CL-11
January Garnet

S140-7
Deco Red

PPU2-01
Chipotle Paste

PPU2-02
Red Pepper

MQ1-19
Dressed To Impress

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Forbidden Red PPU1-10
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Forbidden Red PPU1-10
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