Behr Mild Mint PPU11-12

Code:PPU11-12
Name:Mild Mint
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Mild Mint?

Imagined with tranquility in mind, Behr's Mild Mint (PPU11-12) evokes a sense of calm in any space. This soothing hue pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like taupe and ivory, enhancing its refreshing appeal. Complementing shades such as warm greys and blush pink can further accentuate Mild Mint's subtle charm. Infusing a touch of nature into your design palette, this versatile color can bring a serene ambiance to bedrooms, bathrooms, or any area where relaxation is key. Explore the harmonious balance of Mild Mint (PPU11-12) to create a space that radiates tranquility and elegance.

Behr PPU11-12 on kitchen cabinets (3 photos)

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool grey hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

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Behr Mild Mint reviews (2 photos)

View the photos of real spaces painted with this grey that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

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What are Behr Mild Mint undertones?

Mild Mint has a clear green undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.

HEX value:

#C9D1C2

RGB code:

201, 209, 194

Is Behr Mild Mint PPU11-12 cool or warm?

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Color wheel

With a hue of 92°, this Grey shade sits right in the neutral zone on the HSL color wheel—neither warm nor cool.

PPU11-12 Mild Mint HSL code: 92, 14%, 79%

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.

How light temperature affects Mild Mint

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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Mild Mint:

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 Mild Mint with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 272, such as Behr Mata Hari and Live Jazz.

LRV of Mild Mint

Mild Mint has an LRV of 60.89% and refers to Light colors that reflect most 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 60.89%, 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#c9d1c2Copy color code
RGB Decimal201, 209, 194Copy color code
RGB Percent78.82%, 81.96%, 76.08%Copy color code
HSVHue: 92° Saturation: 7.18% Value: 81.96%Copy color code
HSLhsl(92, 14, 79)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 3.83 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 7.18 Key: 18.04Copy color code
YIQY: 204.898 I: 0.053 Q: -6.36Copy color code
XYZX: 56.623 Y: 61.913 Z: 59.992Copy color code
CIE LabL:82.867 a:-5.437 b:6.5Copy color code
CIE LuvL:82.867 u:-3.744 v:10.602Copy color code
Decimal13226434Copy color code
Hunter Lab78.685, -9.247, 9.875Copy color code
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