Behr Mango Nectar P240-3
| Code: | P240-3 |
| Name: | Mango Nectar |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Mango Nectar?
Transform your space with the vibrant and invigorating tone of Behr Mango Nectar (P240-3). This juicy and uplifting shade brings warmth and energy to any room, perfect for creating a lively and fresh atmosphere. Pair Mango Nectar (P240-3) with soft neutrals like alabaster white and sandy beige for a balanced and harmonious look, or with bold accents like sapphire blue and emerald green for a more dynamic and modern feel. Embrace the sunny disposition of Mango Nectar (P240-3) and infuse your space with cheer and personality that is sure to delight.
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What are Behr Mango Nectar undertones?
The undertone of Mango Nectar can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#FFD49D
RGB code:
255, 212, 157
Is Behr Mango Nectar P240-3 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 34° thisYellowrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
P240-3 Mango Nectar HSL code: 34, 100%, 81%
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.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm yellow shades bring a sunny and cheerful atmosphere to a space, making it feel lively and welcoming, perfect for kitchens, living rooms, and play areas.
- To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish
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 Mango Nectar
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 Mango Nectar:
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
P240-3
Mango Nectar
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 Mango Nectar with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 214, such as Behr Peaceful River and Seashore Dreams.
LRV of Mango Nectar
Mango Nectar has an LRV of 70.41% 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 70.41%, 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 | #ffd49d |  |
| RGB Decimal | 255, 212, 157 | |
| RGB Percent | 100.00%, 83.14%, 61.57% | |
| HSV | Hue: 34° Saturation: 38.43% Value: 100.0% | |
| HSL | hsl(34, 100, 81) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 16.86 Yellow: 38.43 Key: 0.0 | |
| YIQ | Y: 218.587 I: 43.298 Q: -8.02 | |
| XYZ | X: 70.871 Y: 70.785 Z: 41.819 | |
| CIE Lab | L:87.38 a:7.793 b:32.863 | |
| CIE Luv | L:87.38 u:31.223 v:43.203 | |
| Decimal | 16766109 | |
| Hunter Lab | 84.134, 3.127, 29.423 | |
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