Behr Opal Silk PPU12-08
| Code: | PPU12-08 |
| Name: | Opal Silk |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Opal Silk?
Step into a room painted in Behr PPU12-08 Opal Silk, a delightful hue that exudes elegance and charm. This soft and sophisticated color effortlessly creates a peaceful and serene ambiance in any space. Opal Silk pairs beautifully with crisp whites for a fresh and clean look, or with warm neutrals like PPU15-12 Silent Film for a cozy and inviting feel. Elevate the tranquility of Opal Silk by incorporating accents in shades of PPU26-10 Fuzzy Sheep or PPU3-13 Noble Blush for a touch of modernity and depth. Experience the timeless beauty of Opal Silk as it transforms your space into a haven of style and sophistication.
Opal Silk for exterior
Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
Behr Opal Silk 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.
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What are Behr Opal Silk undertones?
The undertone of Opal Silk 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#9DB9B2
RGB code:
157, 185, 178
Is Behr Opal Silk PPU12-08 cool or warm?
With a hue of 165° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
PPU12-08 Opal Silk HSL code: 165, 17%, 67%
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.
- 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 Opal Silk
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
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Opal Silk:
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
PPU12-08
Opal Silk
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 Opal Silk with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 345, such as Behr Plum Royale and Folklore.
LRV of Opal Silk
Opal Silk has an LRV of 43.4% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half 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 43.4%, 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 | #9db9b2 | |
| RGB Decimal | 157, 185, 178 | |
| RGB Percent | 61.57%, 72.55%, 69.80% | |
| HSV | Hue: 165° Saturation: 15.14% Value: 72.55% | |
| HSL | hsl(165, 17, 67) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 15.14 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 3.78 Key: 27.45 | |
| YIQ | Y: 175.83 I: -14.436 Q: -8.101 | |
| XYZ | X: 39.287 Y: 45.079 Z: 48.739 | |
| CIE Lab | L:72.944 a:-10.926 b:0.36 | |
| CIE Luv | L:72.944 u:-14.669 v:2.368 | |
| Decimal | 10336690 | |
| Hunter Lab | 67.141, -13.05, 3.959 |
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