Behr Mauve It N120-3

Code:N120-3
Name:Mauve It
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Mauve It?

Evoke a sense of elegance and tranquility in your home with the embracing tones of Behr Mauve It (N120-3). This subtle yet sophisticated color blends beautifully with both modern and traditional decor. Mauve It adds a touch of warmth to living rooms, bedrooms, and even home offices, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Elevate your space with the versatile charm of Behr N120-3, and transform any room into a serene sanctuary you'll love to retreat to.

What are Behr Mauve It undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#CDBBBC

RGB code:

205, 187, 188

Is Behr Mauve It N120-3 cool or warm?

warm
Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 357° this Purple refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

N120-3 Mauve It HSL code: 357, 15%, 77%

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 purple shades add a rich and luxurious feel to a room, creating a sense of depth and warmth, ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and dining areas.

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 Mauve It:

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 decor, it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

N120-3
Mauve It

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.

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