Behr Formal Maroon PPU1-14

Color code:PPU1-14
Color name:Formal Maroon
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Formal Maroon?

Create a bold and sophisticated space with Behr Formal Maroon (PPU1-14). This rich red hue adds a touch of luxury and warmth to any room it graces. Ideal for a cozy living room or an elegant dining area, Formal Maroon brings a sense of drama and flair to your interiors. Pair it with neutral tones for a chic look, or mix it with gold accents for a glamorous touch. Let Behr PPU1-14 become the statement color in your home design, radiating style and personality.

What are Behr Formal Maroon undertones?

Red is Behr Formal Maroon undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#70474B

RGB code:

112, 71, 75

Is Behr Formal Maroon PPU1-14 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 354° this Beige refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU1-14 Formal Maroon HSL code: 354, 22%, 36%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm Beige will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
  • Warm Beige undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
  • Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting

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.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Formal Maroon:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Formal Maroon PPU1-14 vs Dressed To Impress MQ1-19

Behr Formal Maroon PPU1-14 vs Behr Dressed To Impress MQ1-19Open Formal Maroon PPU1-14
LRV: 9.05%
Dark color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 8.73%
Dark color
Temperature: warm

Formal Maroon PPU1-14 vs Leather Clutch MQ1-62

Behr Formal Maroon PPU1-14 vs Behr Leather Clutch MQ1-62Open Formal Maroon PPU1-14
LRV: 9.05%
Dark color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 9.97%
Dark color
Temperature: warm