Behr Liquid Mercury N510-5

Code:N510-5
Name:Liquid Mercury
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Liquid Mercury?

Elevate your space with the sophisticated charm of Behr's Liquid Mercury (N510-5). This enigmatic hue effortlessly pairs with crisp white accents to create a timeless elegance. The subtle undertones of Liquid Mercury beautifully complement muted greens and soft blues, adding a touch of depth to your decor. Bring a sense of tranquility to any room by combining Liquid Mercury with natural wood tones and earthy textures. Embrace the versatility of Liquid Mercury (N510-5) to achieve a modern yet inviting ambiance in your home.

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What are Behr Liquid Mercury undertones?

The undertone of Liquid Mercury 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#757A80

RGB code:

117, 122, 128

Is Behr Liquid Mercury N510-5 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 213° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

N510-5 Liquid Mercury HSL code: 213, 4%, 48%

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.
  • Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

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 Liquid Mercury

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this black shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Liquid Mercury:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

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 Liquid Mercury with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 33, such as Behr Oak Creek and Chicago Fog.

LRV of Liquid Mercury

Liquid Mercury has an LRV of 19.35% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

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 19.35%, 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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HEX#757a80Copy color code
RGB Decimal117, 122, 128Copy color code
RGB Percent45.88%, 47.84%, 50.20%Copy color code
HSVHue: 213° Saturation: 8.59% Value: 50.2%Copy color code
HSLhsl(213, 4, 48)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 8.59 Magenta: 4.69 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 49.8Copy color code
YIQY: 121.189 I: -4.908 Q: 0.81Copy color code
XYZX: 18.191 Y: 19.259 Z: 23.175Copy color code
CIE LabL:50.989 a:-0.604 b:-3.914Copy color code
CIE LuvL:50.989 u:-3.07 v:-5.359Copy color code
Decimal7699072Copy color code
Hunter Lab43.885, -2.81, -0.59Copy color code
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