Behr High Speed Access N530-3
| Code: | N530-3 |
| Name: | High Speed Access |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr High Speed Access?
The deeply stylish High Speed Access paint by Behr, code N530-3, offers a bold and energetic vibe to any space. This striking color pairs perfectly with accents in soft neutrals like gentle grey and creamy white, creating a harmonious balance that is both modern and timeless. The warmth of wood tones compliments High Speed Access beautifully, adding richness and texture to the overall design scheme. For a touch of contrast, consider incorporating accents in a cool navy blue or a deep olive green to create a vibrant and sophisticated aesthetic. Whether used as a statement wall or throughout an entire room, High Speed Access adds a touch of drama and contemporary flair to any interior.
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What are Behr High Speed Access undertones?
The undertone of High Speed Access 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#BDBEBF
RGB code:
189, 190, 191
Is Behr High Speed Access N530-3 cool or warm?
With a hue of 210° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
N530-3 High Speed Access HSL code: 210, 2%, 75%
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 High Speed Access
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 High Speed Access:
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
N530-3
High Speed Access
Darker shades
N530-3
High Speed Access
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 High Speed Access with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 30, such as Behr Oak Creek and Chicago Fog.
LRV of High Speed Access
High Speed Access has an LRV of 51.37% 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 51.37%, 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 | #bdbebf | |
| RGB Decimal | 189, 190, 191 | |
| RGB Percent | 74.12%, 74.51%, 74.90% | |
| HSV | Hue: 210° Saturation: 1.05% Value: 74.9% | |
| HSL | hsl(210, 2, 75) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 1.05 Magenta: 0.52 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 25.1 | |
| YIQ | Y: 189.815 I: -0.917 Q: 0.1 | |
| XYZ | X: 48.801 Y: 51.407 Z: 56.628 | |
| CIE Lab | L:76.925 a:-0.163 b:-0.622 | |
| CIE Luv | L:76.925 u:-0.622 v:-0.9 | |
| Decimal | 12435135 | |
| Hunter Lab | 71.699, -3.978, 3.362 |
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