Behr Pesto Green PPU11-05
| Code: | PPU11-05 |
| Name: | Pesto Green |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Pesto Green?
The color Pesto Green (PPU11-05) by Behr brings a refreshing and vibrant touch to any space. This lively hue pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like off-white or taupe, creating a balanced and harmonious atmosphere. For a bolder look, consider combining Pesto Green with deep navy or rich mustard accents to add depth and contrast to the room. Whether used as a statement wall color or as an accent in decor pieces, Pesto Green (PPU11-05) is sure to infuse energy and personality into your space.
Behr Pesto Green reviews
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What are Behr Pesto Green undertones?
The undertone of Pesto Green can be accurately described as a Green 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
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HEX value
HEX value:
#98A98B
RGB code:
152, 169, 139
Is Behr Pesto Green PPU11-05 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 94° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
PPU11-05 Pesto Green HSL code: 94, 15%, 60%
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 green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.
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 Pesto Green
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 Green shade looks under different lighting:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Pesto Green:
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
PPU11-05
Pesto Green
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 Pesto Green with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 274, such as Behr Mata Hari and Illusionist.
LRV of Pesto Green
Pesto Green has an LRV of 35.54% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 35.54%, 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 | #98a98b |  |
| RGB Decimal | 152, 169, 139 | |
| RGB Percent | 59.61%, 66.27%, 54.51% | |
| HSV | Hue: 94° Saturation: 17.75% Value: 66.27% | |
| HSL | hsl(94, 15, 60) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 10.06 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 17.75 Key: 33.73 | |
| YIQ | Y: 160.497 I: -0.49 Q: -12.932 | |
| XYZ | X: 31.796 Y: 36.915 Z: 29.869 | |
| CIE Lab | L:67.213 a:-11.584 b:13.519 | |
| CIE Luv | L:67.213 u:-8.263 v:20.77 | |
| Decimal | 10004875 | |
| Hunter Lab | 60.758, -12.913, 13.383 | |
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