Behr Free Spirit MQ4-18
| Code: | MQ4-18 |
| Name: | Free Spirit |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Free Spirit?
Embrace a sense of calm and tranquility with Behr Free Spirit (MQ4-18). This subtle and soothing shade effortlessly brings a breath of fresh air to any space, whether it's a spacious living room, cozy bedroom, or stylish home office. Free Spirit (MQ4-18) pairs beautifully with natural textures and earthy accents, creating a harmonious and balanced atmosphere. Infuse your interiors with a touch of serenity and sophistication by incorporating this versatile hue, perfectly suited for rooms where relaxation and creativity intertwine. Let Free Spirit (MQ4-18) be your guiding light in designing spaces that exude warmth and serenity.
Behr Free Spirit reviews
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What are Behr Free Spirit undertones?
The undertone of Free Spirit 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#B4DEC9
RGB code:
180, 222, 201
Is Behr Free Spirit MQ4-18 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 150° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
MQ4-18 Free Spirit HSL code: 150, 39%, 79%
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 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 Free Spirit
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 Green shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Free Spirit:
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
MQ4-18
Free Spirit
Darker shades
MQ4-18
Free Spirit
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 Free Spirit with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 330, such as Behr Plum Royale and Garden Plum.
LRV of Free Spirit
Free Spirit has an LRV of 62.33% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 62.33%, 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 | #b4dec9 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 180, 222, 201 | |
| RGB Percent | 70.59%, 87.06%, 78.82% | |
| HSV | Hue: 150° Saturation: 18.92% Value: 87.06% | |
| HSL | hsl(150, 39, 79) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 18.92 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 9.46 Key: 12.94 | |
| YIQ | Y: 207.048 I: -18.28 Q: -15.42 | |
| XYZ | X: 55.483 Y: 66.161 Z: 65.09 | |
| CIE Lab | L:85.079 a:-17.812 b:5.794 | |
| CIE Luv | L:85.079 u:-21.368 v:11.77 | |
| Decimal | 11853513 | |
| Hunter Lab | 81.34, -20.587, 9.493 | |
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