Behr Gotham Gray MQ5-29
| Code: | MQ5-29 |
| Name: | Gotham Gray |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Gotham Gray?
Behr Gotham Gray MQ5-29 exudes sophistication and elegance with its rich and moody hue. This deep shade is perfect for creating a cozy and intimate atmosphere in the bedroom, where it can promote relaxation and tranquility. In the living room, Behr MQ5-29 adds a touch of drama and modernity, making it an ideal choice for those looking to make a bold statement with their decor. Whether used on an accent wall or a whole room, this versatile color can effortlessly blend with both traditional and contemporary styles, bringing depth and character to any space. Let the timeless allure of Behr Gotham Gray elevate your interiors to new levels of chic sophistication.
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What are Behr Gotham Gray undertones?
The undertone of Gotham Gray 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#8A9192
RGB code:
138, 145, 146
Is Behr Gotham Gray MQ5-29 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 188° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
MQ5-29 Gotham Gray HSL code: 188, 4%, 56%
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 grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
- Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.
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 Gotham Gray
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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Gotham Gray:
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
MQ5-29
Gotham Gray
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 Gotham Gray with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 8, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.
LRV of Gotham Gray
Gotham Gray has an LRV of 27.66% 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 27.66%, 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 | #8a9192 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 138, 145, 146 | |
| RGB Percent | 54.12%, 56.86%, 57.25% | |
| HSV | Hue: 187° Saturation: 5.48% Value: 57.25% | |
| HSL | hsl(188, 4, 56) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 5.48 Magenta: 0.68 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 42.75 | |
| YIQ | Y: 143.021 I: -4.493 Q: -1.17 | |
| XYZ | X: 25.794 Y: 27.729 Z: 31.18 | |
| CIE Lab | L:59.643 a:-2.335 b:-1.406 | |
| CIE Luv | L:59.643 u:-3.945 v:-1.628 | |
| Decimal | 9081234 | |
| Hunter Lab | 52.658, -4.718, 1.755 | |
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