Behr Moonlit Beach RD-W05

Color code:RD-W05
Color name:Moonlit Beach
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Moonlit Beach?

Behr's Moonlit Beach (RD-W05) provides a soft and tranquil backdrop that evokes the calming essence of an evening stroll along the shore. This subtle hue effortlessly pairs with shades of cool gray like Behr's Dolphin Fin (N480-5) and hints of sandy beige such as Behr's Sand Fossil (PPU7-13). The combination creates a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere, ideal for spaces seeking a touch of coastal charm. Complement Moonlit Beach with accents of rich navy blue like Behr's Neptune (S510-7) to add depth and contrast to the overall design scheme.

What are Behr Moonlit Beach undertones?

Red is Behr Moonlit Beach undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#F9F0E6

RGB code:

249, 240, 230

Is Behr Moonlit Beach RD-W05 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 32° this Grey refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

RD-W05 Moonlit Beach HSL code: 32, 61%, 94%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm Grey will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
  • Warm Yellow undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
  • Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting

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 Moonlit Beach:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Moonlit Beach RD-W05 vs Twinkling Lights M280-1

Behr Moonlit Beach RD-W05 vs Behr Twinkling Lights M280-1Open Moonlit Beach RD-W05
LRV: 88.49%
White color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 90.59%
White color
Temperature: warm

Moonlit Beach RD-W05 vs Spun Cotton YL-W09

Behr Moonlit Beach RD-W05 vs Behr Spun Cotton YL-W09Open Moonlit Beach RD-W05
LRV: 88.49%
White color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 88.69%
White color
Temperature: warm