Behr Lavender Memory M550-2
| Code: | M550-2 |
| Name: | Lavender Memory |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Lavender Memory?
The delicate pastel hue of Behr Lavender Memory is a soothing and versatile choice for any space. This beautiful color (M550-2) pairs well with soft neutrals like beige and off-white to create a calming and elegant atmosphere. Complementing it with touches of charcoal gray or muted sage can add depth and sophistication to the color scheme. Whether used as an accent or as the main color, Lavender Memory (M550-2) brings a sense of tranquility and warmth to any room.
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What are Behr Lavender Memory undertones?
The undertones of Lavender Memory 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#D3D3E2
RGB code:
211, 211, 226
Is Behr Lavender Memory M550-2 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 240° thisPurplerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
M550-2 Lavender Memory HSL code: 240, 21%, 86%
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.
- Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.
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 Lavender Memory
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 Purple shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Lavender Memory:
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
M550-2
Lavender Memory
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 Lavender Memory with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 60, such as Behr Dusty Olive and Mossy Bank.
LRV of Lavender Memory
Lavender Memory has an LRV of 66.22% 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 66.22%, 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 | #d3d3e2 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 211, 211, 226 | |
| RGB Percent | 82.75%, 82.75%, 88.63% | |
| HSV | Hue: 240° Saturation: 6.64% Value: 88.63% | |
| HSL | hsl(240, 21, 86) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 6.64 Magenta: 6.64 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 11.37 | |
| YIQ | Y: 212.71 I: -4.82 Q: 4.668 | |
| XYZ | X: 63.882 Y: 65.928 Z: 81.291 | |
| CIE Lab | L:84.96 a:2.805 b:-7.368 | |
| CIE Luv | L:84.96 u:-0.857 v:-11.863 | |
| Decimal | 13882338 | |
| Hunter Lab | 81.196, -1.656, -2.522 | |
Color equivalents
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Celestia Blue
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Magic Scent
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Imagination
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Artistic Violet
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Winter Gray
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So Blue-Berry
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Misty Lavender
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Fanciful
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Sweet Bianca
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Whispering Wind
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SW 6820
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Elation
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