Behr Ocean Storm MQ5-61
| Code: | MQ5-61 |
| Name: | Ocean Storm |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Ocean Storm?
Behr Ocean Storm (MQ5-61) is a serene and sophisticated shade that adds a timeless elegance to any space. This calming blue-gray hue evokes the tranquility of the ocean on a stormy day, creating a soothing atmosphere. Ocean Storm pairs beautifully with crisp white accents to bring out its cool undertones, while warm metallic finishes like brushed gold or copper add a touch of luxury. For a striking contrast, consider combining Ocean Storm with rich navy blues or soft blush pinks to create a modern and chic color scheme. Elevate your interior with Behr Ocean Storm for a refreshing and stylish look that never goes out of style.
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What are Behr Ocean Storm undertones?
The undertone of Ocean Storm 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#3F677E
RGB code:
63, 103, 126
Is Behr Ocean Storm MQ5-61 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 202° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
MQ5-61 Ocean Storm HSL code: 202, 33%, 37%
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.
- Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.
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 Ocean Storm
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 dark blue shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Ocean Storm:
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
MQ5-61
Ocean Storm
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 Ocean Storm with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 22, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.
LRV of Ocean Storm
Ocean Storm has an LRV of 11.29% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 11.29%, 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 | #3f677e |  |
| RGB Decimal | 63, 103, 126 | |
| RGB Percent | 24.71%, 40.39%, 49.41% | |
| HSV | Hue: 202° Saturation: 50.0% Value: 49.41% | |
| HSL | hsl(202, 33, 37) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 50.0 Magenta: 18.25 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 50.59 | |
| YIQ | Y: 93.662 I: -31.227 Q: -1.304 | |
| XYZ | X: 10.664 Y: 12.263 Z: 21.538 | |
| CIE Lab | L:41.631 a:-7.25 b:-17.169 | |
| CIE Luv | L:41.631 u:-18.01 v:-23.043 | |
| Decimal | 4155262 | |
| Hunter Lab | 35.018, -6.922, -11.954 | |
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