Behr Niagara Mist P480-1
| Code: | P480-1 |
| Name: | Niagara Mist |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Niagara Mist?
Bring a breath of fresh air into your home with Behr's P480-1 Niagara Mist. This serene and soothing hue beautifully combines soft blue and green undertones, evoking a sense of tranquility and calmness. Perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and bathrooms, Niagara Mist effortlessly creates a relaxing oasis wherever it is used. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat for unwinding after a long day or a touch of serenity for your morning routine, this versatile color is sure to elevate any space with its subtle elegance. Embrace the tranquil allure of P480-1 Niagara Mist and transform your rooms into serene sanctuaries.
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What are Behr Niagara Mist undertones?
The undertone of Niagara Mist can be accurately described as a Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#C5E8EE
RGB code:
197, 232, 238
Is Behr Niagara Mist P480-1 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 189° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
P480-1 Niagara Mist HSL code: 189, 55%, 85%
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.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.
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 Niagara Mist
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 sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Blue shade looks under different lighting:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Niagara Mist:
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
P480-1
Niagara Mist
Darker shades
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 Niagara Mist with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 9, such as Behr Antoinette and Versailles Rose.
LRV of Niagara Mist
Niagara Mist has an LRV of 73.09% and refers to Off‑White colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?
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 73.09%, 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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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #c5e8ee |  |
| RGB Decimal | 197, 232, 238 | |
| RGB Percent | 77.25%, 90.98%, 93.33% | |
| HSV | Hue: 189° Saturation: 17.23% Value: 93.33% | |
| HSL | hsl(189, 55, 85) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 17.23 Magenta: 2.52 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 6.67 | |
| YIQ | Y: 222.219 I: -22.785 Q: -5.537 | |
| XYZ | X: 67.31 Y: 75.755 Z: 91.942 | |
| CIE Lab | L:89.745 a:-10.125 b:-6.718 | |
| CIE Luv | L:89.745 u:-18.497 v:-8.746 | |
| Decimal | 12970222 | |
| Hunter Lab | 87.037, -14.273, -1.705 | |
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