Behr Moth Gray N200-1

Code:N200-1
Name:Moth Gray
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Moth Gray?

Unveil the subtle elegance of Behr N200-1 Moth Gray, a timeless hue that effortlessly blends sophistication with tranquility throughout your home. The soft, understated charm of this color creates a soothing ambiance in living rooms, bedrooms, and home offices. Whether adorning walls or accent pieces, Moth Gray's versatility complements both modern and traditional interiors with a whisper of refinement. Embrace the chic neutrality of N200-1 in your space and transform it into a sanctuary of calm and style. Let Moth Gray envelop your rooms in a cocoon of serenity and contemporary allure.

Moth Gray for living room

Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Beige shade can create a unique space

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Behr Moth Gray reviews

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What are Behr Moth Gray undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

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RGB code:

218, 211, 203

Is Behr Moth Gray N200-1 cool or warm?

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

N200-1 Moth Gray HSL code: 32, 17%, 83%

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 beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • Warm greige shades combine the warmth of beige with the modernity of grey, offering a versatile and inviting backdrop for living rooms, dining areas, and bedrooms.
  • To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

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 Moth Gray

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 Beige shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Moth Gray:

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 Moth Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 212, such as Behr Icicles and Shaved Ice.

LRV of Moth Gray

Moth Gray has an LRV of 65.84% 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 65.84%, 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

We have collected almost every possible color code you could ever need. To copy the code, just click the icon to the right of it.

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HEX#dad3cbCopy color code
RGB Decimal218, 211, 203Copy color code
RGB Percent85.49%, 82.75%, 79.61%Copy color code
HSVHue: 32° Saturation: 6.88% Value: 85.49%Copy color code
HSLhsl(32, 17, 83)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 3.21 Yellow: 6.88 Key: 14.51Copy color code
YIQY: 212.181 I: 6.742 Q: -1.009Copy color code
XYZX: 62.985 Y: 65.806 Z: 65.868Copy color code
CIE LabL:84.898 a:1.013 b:4.813Copy color code
CIE LuvL:84.898 u:4.51 v:7.007Copy color code
Decimal14341067Copy color code
Hunter Lab81.121, -3.369, 8.643Copy color code