Behr Pink Sea Salt M190-1

Code:M190-1
Name:Pink Sea Salt
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Pink Sea Salt?

Soft and ethereal, Behr Pink Sea Salt (M190-1) is a delicate hue that evokes a sense of tranquility and serenity. This subtle pink tone is perfect for creating a calming and soothing atmosphere in bedrooms or nurseries. The gentle warmth of Pink Sea Salt can also be a beautiful choice for a cozy living room or a chic home office. Whether paired with crisp whites for a fresh look or with soft grays for a more sophisticated vibe, this versatile color effortlessly adds a touch of elegance to any space. Embrace the subtle beauty of Pink Sea Salt to infuse your rooms with a timeless charm and a whisper of refinement.

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What are Behr Pink Sea Salt undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#F6DACB

RGB code:

246, 218, 203

Is Behr Pink Sea Salt M190-1 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
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With a hue of 21° thisPinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

M190-1 Pink Sea Salt HSL code: 21, 70%, 88%

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.

  • Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
  • Warm pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
  • Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

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 Pink Sea Salt

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 Pink shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Pink Sea Salt:

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 Pink Sea Salt with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 201, such as Behr Sydney Harbour and Brittany Blue.

LRV of Pink Sea Salt

Pink Sea Salt has an LRV of 74.93% 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 74.93%, 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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HEX#f6dacbCopy color code
RGB Decimal246, 218, 203Copy color code
RGB Percent96.47%, 85.49%, 79.61%Copy color code
HSVHue: 21° Saturation: 17.48% Value: 96.47%Copy color code
HSLhsl(21, 70, 88)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 11.38 Yellow: 17.48 Key: 3.53Copy color code
YIQY: 224.662 I: 21.505 Q: 1.255Copy color code
XYZX: 73.856 Y: 74.049 Z: 66.886Copy color code
CIE LabL:88.946 a:7.324 b:10.925Copy color code
CIE LuvL:88.946 u:17.834 v:14.757Copy color code
Decimal16177867Copy color code
Hunter Lab86.052, 2.61, 14.152Copy color code