Behr French Colony N480-4

Code:N480-4
Name:French Colony
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr French Colony?

Behr French Colony (N480-4) is a sophisticated and warm tone that adds a touch of elegance to any space. This rich shade pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like Almond Wisp (N290-2) and warm greys such as Subtle Touch (N500-2). Complement the French Colony walls with accents in deep navy like Dark Denim (S530-7) or add a pop of color with a modern twist using a mustard hue like Unmellow Yellow (S300-2). Whether used on walls, furniture, or decor, French Colony adds depth and coziness to any room while effortlessly blending with a variety of color schemes.

What are Behr French Colony undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#90A1AA

RGB code:

144, 161, 170

Is Behr French Colony N480-4 cool or warm?

warm
Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 201° this Blue refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

N480-4 French Colony HSL code: 201, 13%, 62%

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 blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.

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 French Colony:

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 decor, it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

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.

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