Behr Overcast PPU26-21
| Color code: | PPU26-21 |
| Color name: | Overcast |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Overcast?
Behr Overcast PPU26-21 is a soothing and versatile light gray that brings a sense of calm to any space. This neutral hue complements a wide range of interior styles, from modern to traditional. Pair Behr Overcast with crisp white trim and accents in shades of charcoal, slate, and silver for a sophisticated and cohesive look. Its subtle undertones of blue make it a perfect match for cool-toned colors like soft blues and greens, creating a harmonious and serene atmosphere in your home. Incorporate natural textures and metallic finishes to enhance the elegant beauty of Behr Overcast in your decor scheme.
What are Behr Overcast undertones?
Blue is Behr Overcast undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate
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HEX value
HEX value:
#858A8E
RGB code:
133, 138, 142
Is Behr Overcast PPU26-21 cool or warm?
warm colors
cool colors
With a hue of 207° this Grey refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
PPU26-21 Overcast HSL code: 207, 4%, 54%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Cool Grey shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool Grey undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
- Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.
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.
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Overcast:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.
Lighter shades
Behr PPU26-21 Overcast
Darker shades
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.
Color comparison
Overcast PPU26-21 vs Old Amethyst MQ5-03
LRV: 25.19%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 24.54%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
Overcast PPU26-21 vs Box Office N550-5
LRV: 25.19%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 25.05%
Medium color
Temperature: cold