What is the HEX code for Behr Pencil Point?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Pencil Point undertone is #595d61 .

What is the RGB code of Behr Pencil Point?

RGB code is 89, 93, 97 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Behr Pencil Point PPU18-02

Q: Is Behr Pencil Point PPU18-02 cool or warm?

Behr PPU18-02 Pencil Point is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Behr Pencil Point undertones?

Blue is Behr Pencil Point undertone color.

Code:	PPU18-02
Name:	Pencil Point
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Pencil Point?

Behr PPU18-02 Pencil Point is a versatile, soft grey that pairs beautifully with warm earth tones like beige and taupe, as well as cool shades of blue and green. This color strikes a perfect balance between modern sophistication and timeless elegance, making it an excellent choice for any room in your home. When paired with rich mahogany wood accents or crisp white furnishings, Pencil Point creates a serene and inviting atmosphere. Whether used as a main wall color or for furniture accents, this hue adds a touch of understated refinement to your space.

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What are Behr Pencil Point undertones?

The undertone of Pencil Point can be accurately described as a Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#595D61

RGB code:

89, 93, 97

Is Behr Pencil Point PPU18-02 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 210° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU18-02 Pencil Point HSL code: 210, 4%, 36%

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 grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

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 Pencil Point

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).
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Pencil Point:

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

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Darker shades

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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 Pencil Point with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 30, such as Behr Oak Creek and Chicago Fog.

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LRV of Pencil Point

Pencil Point has an LRV of 10.95% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

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 10.95%, 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	#595d61
RGB Decimal	89, 93, 97
RGB Percent	34.90%, 36.47%, 38.04%
HSV	Hue: 210° Saturation: 8.25% Value: 38.04%
HSL	hsl(210, 4, 36)
CMYK	Cyan: 8.25 Magenta: 4.12 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 61.96
YIQ	Y: 92.26 I: -3.669 Q: 0.399
XYZ	X: 10.191 Y: 10.816 Z: 12.857
CIE Lab	L:39.268 a:-0.686 b:-2.829
CIE Luv	L:39.268 u:-2.366 v:-3.572
Decimal	5856609
Hunter Lab	32.887, -2.237, -0.158