Behr October Sky N440-4
| Code: | N440-4 |
| Name: | October Sky |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr October Sky?
Immerse your space in the serene ambiance of Behr October Sky (N440-4). This gentle hue exudes a sense of calm and tranquility, perfect for creating a peaceful retreat in any room. October Sky pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like warm whites and sandy beige tones, enhancing its soothing presence while adding depth to the overall color scheme. Consider incorporating touches of muted blues and greens to complement the subtle gray undertones of October Sky, bringing a harmonious balance to your interior decor. Embrace the timeless elegance of Behr N440-4, a versatile choice that will effortlessly elevate your home design.
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What are Behr October Sky undertones?
The undertone of October Sky 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#8FA2A2
RGB code:
143, 162, 162
Is Behr October Sky N440-4 cool or warm?
With a hue of 180° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
N440-4 October Sky HSL code: 180, 9%, 60%
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.
- 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 October Sky
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:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr October Sky:
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
N440-4
October Sky
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 October Sky with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 0, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.
LRV of October Sky
October Sky has an LRV of 33.56% and refers to Medium 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 33.56%, 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 | #8fa2a2 | |
| RGB Decimal | 143, 162, 162 | |
| RGB Percent | 56.08%, 63.53%, 63.53% | |
| HSV | Hue: 180° Saturation: 11.73% Value: 63.53% | |
| HSL | hsl(180, 9, 60) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 11.73 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 36.47 | |
| YIQ | Y: 156.319 I: -11.322 Q: -4.019 | |
| XYZ | X: 30.768 Y: 34.288 Z: 39.17 | |
| CIE Lab | L:65.191 a:-6.649 b:-2.258 | |
| CIE Luv | L:65.191 u:-10.256 v:-2.207 | |
| Decimal | 9413282 | |
| Hunter Lab | 58.556, -8.683, 1.329 |
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