Behr Persimmon Red HDC-CL-09
| Code: | HDC-CL-09 |
| Name: | Persimmon Red |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Persimmon Red?
Behr's Persimmon Red (HDC-CL-09) is a captivating hue that exudes warmth and energy, making it an ideal choice for spaces that crave a bold statement. This rich and vibrant shade beautifully complements eclectic living rooms, adding a touch of drama and sophistication. In dining areas, Persimmon Red creates an inviting atmosphere, perfect for memorable gatherings and intimate dinners. Bedrooms also benefit from this passionate color, infusing a sense of passion and creativity into the space. Adding accents in Persimmon Red (HDC-CL-09) to a neutral-toned kitchen brings a pop of color and character, instantly transforming it into a lively and stylish culinary haven.
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What are Behr Persimmon Red undertones?
Persimmon Red has a clear 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:
#A74E4A
RGB code:
167, 78, 74
Is Behr Persimmon Red HDC-CL-09 cool or warm?
warm
cool
At 3° on the HSL hue wheel, this dark red sits firmly on the warm side.
HDC-CL-09 Persimmon Red HSL code: 3, 39%, 47%
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 Persimmon Red
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 dark red shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Persimmon Red:
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-CL-09
Persimmon Red
Darker shades
HDC-CL-09
Persimmon Red
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 Persimmon Red with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 183, such as Behr Greenwich Village and Oceanic Climate.
LRV of Persimmon Red
Persimmon Red has an LRV of 14.04% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 14.04%, 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 | #a74e4a |  |
| RGB Decimal | 167, 78, 74 | |
| RGB Percent | 65.49%, 30.59%, 29.02% | |
| HSV | Hue: 3° Saturation: 55.69% Value: 65.49% | |
| HSL | hsl(3, 39, 47) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 53.29 Yellow: 55.69 Key: 34.51 | |
| YIQ | Y: 104.155 I: 54.321 Q: 17.582 | |
| XYZ | X: 19.898 Y: 14.161 Z: 8.162 | |
| CIE Lab | L:44.463 a:36.274 b:19.917 | |
| CIE Luv | L:44.463 u:64.797 v:16.162 | |
| Decimal | 10964554 | |
| Hunter Lab | 37.631, 28.531, 13.482 | |
Behr HDC-CL-09 Persimmon Red
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