Behr Maui Mist BL-W10
| Code: | BL-W10 |
| Name: | Maui Mist |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Maui Mist?
Elevate your space with the serene beauty of Behr Maui Mist (BL-W10). This soft and ethereal hue effortlessly brings a sense of tranquility and sophistication to any room it graces. Ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, or home offices, Maui Mist exudes a calming vibe that promotes relaxation and clarity. Whether adorning the walls as a primary color or serving as an accent in a chic, modern design scheme, BL-W10 evokes a feeling of airy elegance that complements both contemporary and traditional interiors. Embrace the timeless allure of Maui Mist (BL-W10) and infuse your home with a touch of understated luxury.
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What are Behr Maui Mist undertones?
The undertone of Maui Mist 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#EEF2F3
RGB code:
238, 242, 243
Is Behr Maui Mist BL-W10 cool or warm?
With a hue of 192° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
BL-W10 Maui Mist HSL code: 192, 17%, 94%
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.
- 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 Maui Mist
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 Maui Mist:
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.
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 Maui Mist with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 12, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.
LRV of Maui Mist
Maui Mist has an LRV of 87.95% and refers to White colors that reflect almost all 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 87.95%, 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 | #eef2f3 | |
| RGB Decimal | 238, 242, 243 | |
| RGB Percent | 93.33%, 94.90%, 95.29% | |
| HSV | Hue: 192° Saturation: 2.06% Value: 95.29% | |
| HSL | hsl(192, 17, 94) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 2.06 Magenta: 0.41 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 4.71 | |
| YIQ | Y: 240.918 I: -2.705 Q: -0.535 | |
| XYZ | X: 83.186 Y: 88.152 Z: 97.402 | |
| CIE Lab | L:95.225 a:-1.148 b:-0.941 | |
| CIE Luv | L:95.225 u:-2.279 v:-1.249 | |
| Decimal | 15659763 | |
| Hunter Lab | 93.889, -6.156, 4.214 |
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