Behr Jade Tinge MQ3-49
| Code: | MQ3-49 |
| Name: | Jade Tinge |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Jade Tinge?
Behr MQ3-49 Jade Tinge is a captivating and refreshing hue that adds a touch of sophistication to any space. This serene color pairs seamlessly with crisp whites (e.g., Frost), soft greys (e.g., Sterling), and warm neutrals (e.g., Sandstone Cove). Incorporating accents in complementary shades like blush pink and deep navy (e.g., Saffron Strands and Sapphire Lace) can further enhance the beauty of MQ3-49. Whether used as the main wall color or as an accent, Jade Tinge brings a harmonious balance to rooms, creating a tranquil and elegant ambiance. Explore the versatility of this color to elevate your interior design scheme effortlessly.
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What are Behr Jade Tinge undertones?
The undertone of Jade Tinge can be accurately described as a Green 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#BBCCBC
RGB code:
187, 204, 188
Is Behr Jade Tinge MQ3-49 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 124° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
MQ3-49 Jade Tinge HSL code: 124, 14%, 77%
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.
- Cool green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- 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 Jade Tinge
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 Jade Tinge:
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
MQ3-49
Jade Tinge
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 Jade Tinge with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 304, such as Behr Passion Fruit and Vintner.
LRV of Jade Tinge
Jade Tinge has an LRV of 55.84% and refers to Light colors that reflect most 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 55.84%, 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 | #bbccbc |  |
| RGB Decimal | 187, 204, 188 | |
| RGB Percent | 73.33%, 80.00%, 73.73% | |
| HSV | Hue: 124° Saturation: 8.33% Value: 80.0% | |
| HSL | hsl(124, 14, 77) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 8.33 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 7.84 Key: 20.0 | |
| YIQ | Y: 197.093 I: -4.989 Q: -8.575 | |
| XYZ | X: 51.161 Y: 57.381 Z: 55.944 | |
| CIE Lab | L:80.393 a:-8.761 b:6.009 | |
| CIE Luv | L:80.393 u:-8.677 v:10.418 | |
| Decimal | 12307644 | |
| Hunter Lab | 75.75, -12.005, 9.238 | |
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