Behr Hyacinth Arbor PPU16-18
| Code: | PPU16-18 |
| Name: | Hyacinth Arbor |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Hyacinth Arbor?
If you are looking to add a touch of elegance to your space, consider painting the walls with Behr PPU16-18 Hyacinth Arbor. This sublime hue combines the vibrancy of a blooming Hyacinth with the richness of Arbor shades, creating a calming and sophisticated atmosphere. Pairing this color with accents in mustard yellow and emerald green can enhance its depth and lend a contemporary feel to the overall design. The versatile nature of PPU16-18 lends itself well to a variety of styles, from modern to traditional, making it a versatile choice for any interior project.
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What are Behr Hyacinth Arbor undertones?
The undertones of Hyacinth Arbor can be accurately described as a Blue and Purple 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#6C6783
RGB code:
108, 103, 131
Is Behr Hyacinth Arbor PPU16-18 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 251° thisdark purplerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
PPU16-18 Hyacinth Arbor HSL code: 251, 12%, 46%
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 purple shades add a touch of elegance and creativity to a room, making it feel luxurious and imaginative, ideal for bedrooms, creative spaces, and living areas.
- Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.
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 Hyacinth Arbor
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 dark purple shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Hyacinth Arbor:
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
PPU16-18
Hyacinth Arbor
Darker shades
PPU16-18
Hyacinth Arbor
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 Hyacinth Arbor with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 71, such as Behr Eon and White.
LRV of Hyacinth Arbor
Hyacinth Arbor has an LRV of 15.06% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 15.06%, 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 | #6c6783 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 108, 103, 131 | |
| RGB Percent | 42.35%, 40.39%, 51.37% | |
| HSV | Hue: 251° Saturation: 21.37% Value: 51.37% | |
| HSL | hsl(251, 12, 46) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 17.56 Magenta: 21.37 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 48.63 | |
| YIQ | Y: 107.687 I: -6.018 Q: 9.771 | |
| XYZ | X: 15.13 Y: 14.527 Z: 23.473 | |
| CIE Lab | L:44.98 a:8.137 b:-14.786 | |
| CIE Luv | L:44.98 u:0.933 v:-21.92 | |
| Decimal | 7104387 | |
| Hunter Lab | 38.115, 4.158, -9.835 | |
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