Behr Ole Pink S170-1
| Code: | S170-1 |
| Name: | Ole Pink |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Ole Pink?
Step into the world of Behr S170-1 Ole Pink, a soft and delicate hue that exudes charm and sophistication. This rosy tone adds a touch of elegance to any space, creating a soothing and inviting atmosphere. Perfect for bedrooms, nurseries, or cozy reading nooks, Ole Pink lends a sense of warmth and tranquility to your home. Pair it with neutral shades for a subtle and modern look, or with soft pastels for a whimsical and romantic feel. Let Behr S170-1 Ole Pink transform your room into a serene and stylish sanctuary.
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What are Behr Ole Pink undertones?
The undertone of Ole Pink can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#EBD5CC
RGB code:
235, 213, 204
Is Behr Ole Pink S170-1 cool or warm?
With a hue of 17° thisPinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
S170-1 Ole Pink HSL code: 17, 44%, 86%
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.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
- To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish
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 Ole Pink
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 Pink shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Ole Pink:
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
S170-1
Ole Pink
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 Ole Pink with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 197, such as Behr Oceanic Climate and Nor'Wester.
LRV of Ole Pink
Ole Pink has an LRV of 70.39% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 70.39%, 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 | #ebd5cc | |
| RGB Decimal | 235, 213, 204 | |
| RGB Percent | 92.16%, 83.53%, 80.00% | |
| HSV | Hue: 17° Saturation: 13.19% Value: 92.16% | |
| HSL | hsl(17, 44, 86) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 9.36 Yellow: 13.19 Key: 7.84 | |
| YIQ | Y: 218.552 I: 16.002 Q: 1.853 | |
| XYZ | X: 68.953 Y: 69.612 Z: 66.914 | |
| CIE Lab | L:86.806 a:6.141 b:7.212 | |
| CIE Luv | L:86.806 u:13.635 v:9.595 | |
| Decimal | 15455692 | |
| Hunter Lab | 83.434, 1.51, 10.852 |
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