Behr Hailstorm Gray PPU24-17
| Code: | PPU24-17 |
| Name: | Hailstorm Gray |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Hailstorm Gray?
Welcome to a serene space painted in Behr PPU24-17 Hailstorm Gray. This soothing gray with a hint of blue undertones creates a calming atmosphere perfect for any room in your home. Pair Hailstorm Gray with accents in crisp white, soft blush pink, or rich navy blue to create a modern and elegant look. Whether you're looking to create a cool and contemporary vibe or a tranquil retreat, Hailstorm Gray is a versatile choice that will complement a variety of color palettes. Elevate your space with this timeless and sophisticated hue that will make your interior feel both cozy and stylish.
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What are Behr Hailstorm Gray undertones?
Hailstorm Gray has a clear yellow 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:
#BDBEB9
RGB code:
189, 190, 185
Is Behr Hailstorm Gray PPU24-17 cool or warm?
With a hue of 72°, this Grey leans warm, but it's close to neutral and can read cooler in some light.
PPU24-17 Hailstorm Gray HSL code: 72, 4%, 74%
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 Hailstorm 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:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Hailstorm 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
PPU24-17
Hailstorm 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 Hailstorm Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 252, such as Behr Lap Of Luxury and Royal Fortune.
LRV of Hailstorm Gray
Hailstorm Gray has an LRV of 50.96% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half 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 50.96%, 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 | #bdbeb9 | |
| RGB Decimal | 189, 190, 185 | |
| RGB Percent | 74.12%, 74.51%, 72.55% | |
| HSV | Hue: 72° Saturation: 2.63% Value: 74.51% | |
| HSL | hsl(72, 4, 74) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.53 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 2.63 Key: 25.49 | |
| YIQ | Y: 189.131 I: 1.011 Q: -1.768 | |
| XYZ | X: 48.155 Y: 51.149 Z: 53.222 | |
| CIE Lab | L:76.769 a:-1.267 b:2.401 | |
| CIE Luv | L:76.769 u:-0.292 v:3.774 | |
| Decimal | 12435129 | |
| Hunter Lab | 71.518, -4.969, 5.941 |
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