Is Behr Old Amethyst MQ5-03 cool or warm?

Behr MQ5-03 Old Amethyst is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

What are Behr Old Amethyst undertones?

Blue and Purple are Behr Old Amethyst undertones color.

What is the HEX code for Behr Old Amethyst?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Old Amethyst undertones is #87868f .

What is the RGB code of Behr Old Amethyst?

RGB code is 135, 134, 143 . 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 Old Amethyst MQ5-03

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What are Behr Old Amethyst undertones?
Is Old Amethyst MQ5-03 cool or warm?
How light temperature affects on Old Amethyst
Monochromatic color scheme
Complementary color scheme
Color comparison and matching
LRV of Old Amethyst MQ5-03
Color codes
Color equivalents

Code:	MQ5-03
Name:	Old Amethyst
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Old Amethyst?

Behr's MQ5-03 Old Amethyst is a rich and elegant hue that brings a sense of sophistication to any space. This deep purple tone can be beautifully complemented with soft neutrals like ivory or taupe to create a balanced and harmonious look. For a bolder approach, pairing Old Amethyst with jewel tones like sapphire blue and emerald green can create a luxurious and opulent feel in a room. The versatility of MQ5-03 Old Amethyst allows for endless possibilities in creating a space that is both stylish and inviting. Whether used as an accent color or as the main feature of a room, this shade adds a touch of drama and flair to any interior.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Old Amethyst:

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

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Darker shades

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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 Old Amethyst with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 67, such as Behr Mossy Bank and Jungle Camouflage.

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LRV of Old Amethyst

Old Amethyst has an LRV of 24.54% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 24.54%, 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	#87868f
RGB Decimal	135, 134, 143
RGB Percent	52.94%, 52.55%, 56.08%
HSV	Hue: 247° Saturation: 6.29% Value: 56.08%
HSL	hsl(247, 4, 54)
CMYK	Cyan: 5.59 Magenta: 6.29 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 43.92
YIQ	Y: 135.325 I: -2.296 Q: 3.012
XYZ	X: 23.473 Y: 24.184 Z: 29.411
CIE Lab	L:56.272 a:2.185 b:-4.677
CIE Luv	L:56.272 u:0.038 v:-7.02
Decimal	8881807
Hunter Lab	49.177, -0.859, -1.034

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