Behr Mauvette PPU17-10

Code:PPU17-10
Name:Mauvette
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Mauvette?

Introducing Behr PPU17-10 Mauvette, a subtle and sophisticated hue that exudes elegance and charm. This color is versatile and pairs beautifully with warm neutrals like Behr PPU9-8 Sand Pearl and cool tones like Behr PPU13-7 Blue Charm. With its gentle undertones, Mauvette adds a touch of refinement to any space, creating a soothing and inviting atmosphere. Whether used as an accent or as the main color, Mauvette brings a sense of tranquility and style to a room.

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What are Behr Mauvette undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#C4B2A9

RGB code:

196, 178, 169

Is Behr Mauvette PPU17-10 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 20° thisPinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU17-10 Mauvette HSL code: 20, 19%, 72%

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 pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
  • Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.

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 Mauvette

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 Pink shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Mauvette:

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 Mauvette with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 200, such as Behr Oceanic Climate and Nor'Wester.

LRV of Mauvette

Mauvette has an LRV of 47.02% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident 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 47.02%, 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#c4b2a9Copy color code
RGB Decimal196, 178, 169Copy color code
RGB Percent76.86%, 69.80%, 66.27%Copy color code
HSVHue: 20° Saturation: 13.78% Value: 76.86%Copy color code
HSLhsl(20, 19, 72)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 9.18 Yellow: 13.78 Key: 23.14Copy color code
YIQY: 182.356 I: 13.618 Q: 1.007Copy color code
XYZX: 45.846 Y: 46.442 Z: 44.074Copy color code
CIE LabL:73.831 a:4.92 b:6.935Copy color code
CIE LuvL:73.831 u:11.338 v:9.135Copy color code
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Hunter Lab68.148, 0.823, 9.358Copy color code
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