Behr Kenya PPU4-16
| Code: | PPU4-16 |
| Name: | Kenya |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Kenya?
The rich and warm tones of Behr PPU4-16 Kenya create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in any space. This earthy hue pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like warm beige and creamy off-white, providing a harmonious backdrop for any room. For a bolder look, try accenting Kenya with deep greens or rusty oranges to create a striking contrast. This versatile color can be used in a variety of design styles, from rustic farmhouse to modern bohemian, adding depth and character to your home decor. Incorporate Behr PPU4-16 Kenya into your color palette for a sophisticated and timeless look that will never go out of style.
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What are Behr Kenya undertones?
Kenya 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:
#CCA179
RGB code:
204, 161, 121
Is Behr Kenya PPU4-16 cool or warm?
warm
cool
At 29° on the HSL hue wheel, this Yellow sits firmly on the warm side.
PPU4-16 Kenya HSL code: 29, 45%, 64%
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 Kenya
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 Kenya:
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
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 Kenya with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 209, such as Behr Nor'Wester and Absolute Zero.
LRV of Kenya
Kenya has an LRV of 39.94% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 39.94%, 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 | #cca179 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 204, 161, 121 | |
| RGB Percent | 80.00%, 63.14%, 47.45% | |
| HSV | Hue: 29° Saturation: 40.69% Value: 80.0% | |
| HSL | hsl(29, 45, 64) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 21.08 Yellow: 40.69 Key: 20.0 | |
| YIQ | Y: 169.297 I: 38.477 Q: -3.352 | |
| XYZ | X: 41.099 Y: 39.71 Z: 23.584 | |
| CIE Lab | L:69.262 a:10.585 b:26.893 | |
| CIE Luv | L:69.262 u:31.084 v:33.142 | |
| Decimal | 13410681 | |
| Hunter Lab | 63.016, 6.14, 21.921 | |
Behr PPU4-16 Kenya
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