What is the HEX code for Behr Iron Gate?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Iron Gate undertone is #9d978d .

What is the RGB code of Behr Iron Gate?

RGB code is 157, 151, 141 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Behr Iron Gate MQ2-60

Q: Is Behr Iron Gate MQ2-60 cool or warm?

Behr MQ2-60 Iron Gate is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Behr Iron Gate undertones?

Red is Behr Iron Gate undertone color.

Code:	MQ2-60
Name:	Iron Gate
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Iron Gate?

Behr's MQ2-60 Iron Gate is a versatile and sophisticated color that adds depth and richness to any space. This deep charcoal shade exudes elegance and pairs beautifully with both warm tones like Behr Manhattan Lofts S190-4 and cool tones like Behr Arctic Blue MQ4-12. Iron Gate complements earthy neutrals like Behr Gravity N520-2 and adds a modern contrast to lighter shades such as Behr Swiss Coffee 12. Iron Gate can be used as a striking accent wall color or as a grounding base for a contemporary color scheme. Incorporate this timeless hue into your interior design for a bold and impactful look.

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What are Behr Iron Gate undertones?

Iron Gate has a clear red 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:

#9D978D

RGB code:

157, 151, 141

Is Behr Iron Gate MQ2-60 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 37°, this Grey leans warm, but it's close to neutral and can read cooler in some light.

MQ2-60 Iron Gate HSL code: 37, 8%, 58%

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 Iron Gate

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 Iron Gate:

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

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Darker shades

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Iron Gate

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 Iron Gate with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 217, such as Behr Shaved Ice and Adirondack Blue.

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LRV of Iron Gate

Iron Gate has an LRV of 31.42% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

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 31.42%, 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	#9d978d
RGB Decimal	157, 151, 141
RGB Percent	61.57%, 59.22%, 55.29%
HSV	Hue: 37° Saturation: 10.19% Value: 61.57%
HSL	hsl(37, 8, 58)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 3.82 Yellow: 10.19 Key: 38.43
YIQ	Y: 151.654 I: 6.789 Q: -1.843
XYZ	X: 29.778 Y: 31.225 Z: 29.65
CIE Lab	L:62.697 a:0.38 b:6.05
CIE Luv	L:62.697 u:4.11 v:8.416
Decimal	10327949
Hunter Lab	55.879, -2.665, 7.655