Behr Lilac Fields HDC-AC-26A
| Code: | HDC-AC-26A |
| Name: | Lilac Fields |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Lilac Fields?
Elevate your space with the enchanting charm of Behr HDC-AC-26A Lilac Fields. This soothing and elegant hue effortlessly infuses a sense of tranquility into any room. Pair Lilac Fields with crisp whites for a clean and fresh look, or combine it with shades of gray for a modern aesthetic. The soft undertones of light blues and greens complement Lilac Fields beautifully, creating a harmonious and inviting atmosphere. Transform your space with the timeless appeal of Lilac Fields, code HDC-AC-26A, and craft a space that exudes sophistication and style.
Behr Lilac Fields reviews
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What are Behr Lilac Fields undertones?
The undertone of Lilac Fields can be accurately described as a Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#8F939D
RGB code:
143, 147, 157
Is Behr Lilac Fields HDC-AC-26A cool or warm?
With a hue of 223° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
HDC-AC-26A Lilac Fields HSL code: 223, 7%, 59%
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 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.
- 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 Lilac Fields
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 Lilac Fields:
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
HDC-AC-26A
Lilac Fields
Darker shades
HDC-AC-26A
Lilac Fields
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 Lilac Fields with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 43, such as Behr Underground and Ottertail.
LRV of Lilac Fields
Lilac Fields has an LRV of 29.33% 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 29.33%, 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 | #8f939d | |
| RGB Decimal | 143, 147, 157 | |
| RGB Percent | 56.08%, 57.65%, 61.57% | |
| HSV | Hue: 223° Saturation: 8.92% Value: 61.57% | |
| HSL | hsl(223, 7, 59) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 8.92 Magenta: 6.37 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 38.43 | |
| YIQ | Y: 146.944 I: -5.597 Q: 2.266 | |
| XYZ | X: 27.845 Y: 29.141 Z: 36.047 | |
| CIE Lab | L:60.906 a:0.588 b:-5.76 | |
| CIE Luv | L:60.906 u:-2.764 v:-8.476 | |
| Decimal | 9409437 | |
| Hunter Lab | 53.983, -2.395, -1.803 |
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