Behr Mossy Bank PPU8-21

Code:PPU8-21
Name:Mossy Bank
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Mossy Bank?

Infuse your space with nature-inspired elegance using Behr PPU8-21 Mossy Bank. This rich and sophisticated hue seamlessly blends deep greens and earthy browns, bringing a sense of tranquility and depth to any room. Pair Mossy Bank with warm neutrals like Behr PPU10-15 Ivory Lace or cool greys such as Behr PPU26-10 Frozen Pond to create a harmonious color palette that exudes timeless charm. Elevate your space with accents in metallic finishes or natural materials like wood and stone to enhance the luxurious appeal of Mossy Bank. Embrace the beauty of nature indoors with this versatile and captivating color choice.

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What are Behr Mossy Bank undertones?

The undertone of Mossy Bank can be accurately described as a Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#8B8770

RGB code:

139, 135, 112

Is Behr Mossy Bank PPU8-21 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 51° thisdark greenrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU8-21 Mossy Bank HSL code: 51, 11%, 49%

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 green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
  • Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.

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 Mossy Bank

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 dark green shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Mossy Bank:

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 Mossy Bank with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 231, such as Behr Paparazzi Flash and Blue Aura.

LRV of Mossy Bank

Mossy Bank has an LRV of 23.86% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 23.86%, 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#8b8770Copy color code
RGB Decimal139, 135, 112Copy color code
RGB Percent54.51%, 52.94%, 43.92%Copy color code
HSVHue: 51° Saturation: 19.42% Value: 54.51%Copy color code
HSLhsl(51, 11, 49)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.88 Yellow: 19.42 Key: 45.49Copy color code
YIQY: 133.574 I: 9.775 Q: -6.311Copy color code
XYZX: 22.236 Y: 23.987 Z: 18.783Copy color code
CIE LabL:56.075 a:-2.58 b:12.931Copy color code
CIE LuvL:56.075 u:3.677 v:17.574Copy color code
Decimal9144176Copy color code
Hunter Lab48.977, -4.669, 11.545Copy color code
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