Behr Honey Nougat S250-3
| Code: | S250-3 |
| Name: | Honey Nougat |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Honey Nougat?
Introducing Behr color Honey Nougat, a warm and inviting shade that exudes sophistication and charm. This versatile hue, also known as S250-3, features a subtle blend of honey and nougat tones, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere in any space. Pair Honey Nougat with crisp whites to enhance its warmth, or with soft greys for a modern and elegant look. This color also complements natural wood accents and earthy greens, adding depth and richness to your decor. Elevate your interior design with Behr's Honey Nougat for a contemporary and stylish feel.
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What are Behr Honey Nougat undertones?
The undertone of Honey Nougat can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#E0BB96
RGB code:
224, 187, 150
Is Behr Honey Nougat S250-3 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 30° thisYellowrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
S250-3 Honey Nougat HSL code: 30, 54%, 73%
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.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm yellow shades bring a sunny and cheerful atmosphere to a space, making it feel lively and welcoming, perfect for kitchens, living rooms, and play areas.
- Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.
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 Honey Nougat
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 Yellow shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Honey Nougat:
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
S250-3
Honey Nougat
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 Honey Nougat with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 210, such as Behr Alice White and Light Drizzle.
LRV of Honey Nougat
Honey Nougat has an LRV of 53.81% 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 53.81%, 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 | #e0bb96 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 224, 187, 150 | |
| RGB Percent | 87.84%, 73.33%, 58.82% | |
| HSV | Hue: 30° Saturation: 33.04% Value: 87.84% | |
| HSL | hsl(30, 54, 73) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 16.52 Yellow: 33.04 Key: 12.16 | |
| YIQ | Y: 193.845 I: 33.938 Q: -3.688 | |
| XYZ | X: 54.016 Y: 53.592 Z: 36.345 | |
| CIE Lab | L:78.223 a:8.022 b:23.717 | |
| CIE Luv | L:78.223 u:26.047 v:31.003 | |
| Decimal | 14728086 | |
| Hunter Lab | 73.207, 3.596, 21.809 | |
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