Behr Paparazzi Flash MQ5-18
| Code: | MQ5-18 |
| Name: | Paparazzi Flash |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Paparazzi Flash?
The vibrant hue of Behr MQ5-18 Paparazzi Flash brings a bold energy to any space, evoking a sense of drama and personality. This rich and intense feature wall color pairs beautifully with neutral tones like warm beige or soft grey, creating a striking contrast that enhances the overall aesthetic. Incorporating accents in shades of charcoal or ivory can further accentuate the expressive nature of MQ5-18. Whether used in a contemporary living room or a glamorous bedroom, this color commands attention and adds a touch of sophistication to the room.
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What are Behr Paparazzi Flash undertones?
Paparazzi Flash has a clear blue undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#C6CBD1
RGB code:
198, 203, 209
Is Behr Paparazzi Flash MQ5-18 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 213°, this Grey leans cool, but it's near the neutral line and may feel warmer in certain lighting.
MQ5-18 Paparazzi Flash HSL code: 213, 11%, 80%
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.
How light temperature affects Paparazzi Flash
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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Paparazzi Flash:
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
MQ5-18
Paparazzi Flash
Darker shades
MQ5-18
Paparazzi Flash
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 Paparazzi Flash with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 33, such as Behr Oak Creek and Chicago Fog.
LRV of Paparazzi Flash
Paparazzi Flash has an LRV of 59.1% 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 59.1%, 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 | #c6cbd1 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 198, 203, 209 | |
| RGB Percent | 77.65%, 79.61%, 81.96% | |
| HSV | Hue: 213° Saturation: 5.26% Value: 81.96% | |
| HSL | hsl(213, 11, 80) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 5.26 Magenta: 2.87 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 18.04 | |
| YIQ | Y: 202.189 I: -4.908 Q: 0.81 | |
| XYZ | X: 56.15 Y: 59.321 Z: 68.796 | |
| CIE Lab | L:81.468 a:-0.578 b:-3.571 | |
| CIE Luv | L:81.468 u:-3.106 v:-5.331 | |
| Decimal | 13028305 | |
| Hunter Lab | 77.02, -4.652, 0.955 | |
Behr MQ5-18 Paparazzi Flash
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