What is the HEX code for Behr Nile River?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Nile River undertone is #9ab6a9 .

What is the RGB code of Behr Nile River?

RGB code is 154, 182, 169 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Behr Nile River S420-3

Q: Is Behr Nile River S420-3 cool or warm?

Behr S420-3 Nile River is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Behr Nile River undertones?

Green is Behr Nile River undertone color.

Code:	S420-3
Name:	Nile River
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Nile River?

Behr Nile River S420-3 is an exquisite shade that exudes sophistication and tranquility, reminiscent of a serene flowing river. This timeless hue pairs effortlessly with crisp whites, soft greys, and natural earth tones to create a harmonious and tranquil space. Whether used as an accent color or as the main attraction, Nile River S420-3 adds a touch of elegance and serenity to any room. Elevate your interior design with this versatile color that brings a sense of calm and balance to your decor scheme. Discover the beauty of Behr's Nile River S420-3 and transform your space into a peaceful sanctuary.

Behr Nile River reviews

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

Behr Nile River kitchen painted backsplash

Behr Nile River victorian house interior

Behr Nile River kidsroom interior, children's room

Try before you buy

100% accurate
reusable paint samples

Peel, stick,
and repeat

Twice painted
with real paint

Next day
delivery

Shop now

What are Behr Nile River undertones?

The undertone of Nile River can be accurately described as a Green 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

HEX value

HEX value:

#9AB6A9

RGB code:

154, 182, 169

Is Behr Nile River S420-3 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 152° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

S420-3 Nile River HSL code: 152, 16%, 66%

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 green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.

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 Nile River

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 Green shade looks under different lighting:

4000K

2000K

3000K

4000K

5000K

6000K

7000K

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Nile River:

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

S420-3
Nile River

Darker shades

S420-3
Nile River

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 Nile River with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 332, such as Behr Plum Royale and Garden Plum.

S420-3
Nile River

Behr
Nile River S420-3
color comparison

Behr
Nile River S420-3
color equivalents

LRV of Nile River

Nile River has an LRV of 41.43% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident light. Why 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 41.43%, 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.

Format	Code
HEX	#9ab6a9
RGB Decimal	154, 182, 169
RGB Percent	60.39%, 71.37%, 66.27%
HSV	Hue: 152° Saturation: 15.38% Value: 71.37%
HSL	hsl(152, 16, 66)
CMYK	Cyan: 15.38 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 7.14 Key: 28.63
YIQ	Y: 172.146 I: -12.508 Q: -9.969
XYZ	X: 37.214 Y: 43.19 Z: 43.901
CIE Lab	L:71.684 a:-12.163 b:3.426
CIE Luv	L:71.684 u:-14.529 v:7.06
Decimal	10139305
Hunter Lab	65.719, -13.932, 6.397