Behr Papier Blanc HDC-NT-08
| Code: | HDC-NT-08 |
| Name: | Papier Blanc |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Papier Blanc?
Behr HDC-NT-08 Papier Blanc is a sophisticated and timeless off-white hue that brings a sense of calm and light to any space. This versatile color pairs beautifully with warm tones like HDC-AC-25 Chocolat Crème and cool shades such as HDC-CL-19 Méridienne Bleue. Whether paired with rich earthy colors or soft blues, Papier Blanc creates a harmonious and elegant atmosphere, making it an ideal choice for both modern and traditional interiors. Elevate your space with this serene color that effortlessly complements a wide range of color schemes.
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What are Behr Papier Blanc undertones?
Papier Blanc has a clear yellow and red 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:
#EFEADC
RGB code:
239, 234, 220
Is Behr Papier Blanc HDC-NT-08 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 44°, this Grey reads warm on the HSL color wheel.
HDC-NT-08 Papier Blanc HSL code: 44, 37%, 90%
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 Papier Blanc
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 Papier Blanc:
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
HDC-NT-08
Papier Blanc
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 Papier Blanc with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 224, such as Behr Hypnotic and Midnight Blue.
LRV of Papier Blanc
Papier Blanc has an LRV of 82.16% and refers to White colors that reflect almost all 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 82.16%, 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 | #efeadc |  |
| RGB Decimal | 239, 234, 220 | |
| RGB Percent | 93.73%, 91.76%, 86.27% | |
| HSV | Hue: 44° Saturation: 7.95% Value: 93.73% | |
| HSL | hsl(44, 37, 90) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.09 Yellow: 7.95 Key: 6.27 | |
| YIQ | Y: 233.899 I: 7.478 Q: -3.299 | |
| XYZ | X: 77.935 Y: 82.364 Z: 79.483 | |
| CIE Lab | L:92.735 a:-0.699 b:7.394 | |
| CIE Luv | L:92.735 u:3.669 v:11.258 | |
| Decimal | 15723228 | |
| Hunter Lab | 90.755, -5.535, 11.602 | |
Behr HDC-NT-08 Papier Blanc
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