Behr Lemon Balm PPU8-13

Color code:PPU8-13
Color name:Lemon Balm
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Lemon Balm?

The vibrant and refreshing shade of Behr LemonBalm (PPU8-13) brings a burst of energy and warmth to any space. This lively hue pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like beige and creamy whites to create a calming and balanced environment. For a more bold and modern look, consider pairing it with deep charcoal gray or rich navy blue for a striking contrast. LemonBalm flows seamlessly with natural wood tones, adding a touch of organic warmth to the overall color palette. Whether used as an accent or as a main color, LemonBalm infuses a sense of vitality and cheerfulness into the room.

What are Behr Lemon Balm undertones?

Yellow is Behr Lemon Balm undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#E5D9B6

RGB code:

229, 217, 182

Is Behr Lemon Balm PPU8-13 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 45° this Yellow refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU8-13 Lemon Balm HSL code: 45, 47%, 81%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm Yellow will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
  • Warm Beige undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
  • Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting

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.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Lemon Balm:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Lemon Balm PPU8-13 vs Comfy Beige N290-3

Behr Lemon Balm PPU8-13 vs Behr Comfy Beige N290-3Open Lemon Balm PPU8-13
LRV: 68.97%
Light color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 65.64%
Light color
Temperature: warm

Lemon Balm PPU8-13 vs Honey Mist MQ3-42

Behr Lemon Balm PPU8-13 vs Behr Honey Mist MQ3-42Open Lemon Balm PPU8-13
LRV: 68.97%
Light color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 68.65%
Light color
Temperature: warm