Behr Pinch Of Pearl M240-2

Code:M240-2
Name:Pinch Of Pearl
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Pinch Of Pearl?

Elevate your space with a touch of elegance using Behr Pinch Of Pearl (M240-2). This sophisticated hue exudes a subtle charm, creating a serene atmosphere perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and home offices. The soft and gentle undertones of Pinch Of Pearl complement a variety of decor styles, from modern minimalist to classic chic. Let this versatile color envelop your walls, bringing a sense of calm and refinement to any room it graces. Embrace the timeless appeal of Behr M240-2 Pinch Of Pearl and transform your space into a haven of tranquility and style.

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What are Behr Pinch Of Pearl undertones?

Pinch Of Pearl 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:

#F9DEBE

RGB code:

249, 222, 190

Is Behr Pinch Of Pearl M240-2 cool or warm?

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Color wheel

At 33° on the HSL hue wheel, this Yellow sits firmly on the warm side.

M240-2 Pinch Of Pearl HSL code: 33, 83%, 86%

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 Pinch Of Pearl

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Yellow shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Pinch Of Pearl:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

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 Pinch Of Pearl with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 213, such as Behr Speedboat and Living Stream.

LRV of Pinch Of Pearl

Pinch Of Pearl has an LRV of 76.27% and refers to Off‑White colors that reflect a lot of lightWhy 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 76.27%, 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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FormatCode
HEX#f9debeCopy color code
RGB Decimal249, 222, 190Copy color code
RGB Percent97.65%, 87.06%, 74.51%Copy color code
HSVHue: 33° Saturation: 23.69% Value: 97.65%Copy color code
HSLhsl(33, 83, 86)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 10.84 Yellow: 23.69 Key: 2.35Copy color code
YIQY: 226.425 I: 26.372 Q: -4.247Copy color code
XYZX: 74.482 Y: 76.102 Z: 59.467Copy color code
CIE LabL:89.907 a:4.477 b:19.116Copy color code
CIE LuvL:89.907 u:18.488 v:26.708Copy color code
Decimal16375486Copy color code
Hunter Lab87.237, -0.262, 20.649Copy color code
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