What is the HEX code for Behr Poppy Seed?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Poppy Seed undertone is #4a4e54 .

What is the RGB code of Behr Poppy Seed?

RGB code is 74, 78, 84 . 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 Poppy Seed PPU15-20

Q: Is Behr Poppy Seed PPU15-20 cool or warm?

Behr PPU15-20 Poppy Seed is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Behr Poppy Seed undertones?

Blue is Behr Poppy Seed undertone color.

Code:	PPU15-20
Name:	Poppy Seed
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Poppy Seed?

Elevate your space with Behr Poppy Seed (PPU15-20), a luxurious and sophisticated hue that exudes timeless elegance. This deep and rich color creates a sense of intimacy and warmth, making it ideal for cozy bedrooms, elegant living rooms, or stylish home offices. Bring a touch of drama and depth to your interiors with Poppy Seed, infusing your space with a sense of refined charm and allure. Whether used as an accent wall or throughout the room, this classic color effortlessly adds a touch of glamour and sophistication to any space. Welcome sophistication and style into your home with Behr Poppy Seed (PPU15-20), a color that transcends trends and captivates the senses.

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What are Behr Poppy Seed undertones?

The undertone of Poppy Seed 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#4A4E54

RGB code:

74, 78, 84

Is Behr Poppy Seed PPU15-20 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 216° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU15-20 Poppy Seed HSL code: 216, 6%, 31%

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.
Cool purple shades add a touch of elegance and creativity to a room, making it feel luxurious and imaginative, ideal for bedrooms, creative spaces, and living areas.
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 Poppy Seed

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 black shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Poppy Seed:

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 Poppy Seed with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 36, such as Behr Oak Creek and Chicago Fog.

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LRV of Poppy Seed

Poppy Seed has an LRV of 7.84% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect 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 7.84%, 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	#4a4e54
RGB Decimal	74, 78, 84
RGB Percent	29.02%, 30.59%, 32.94%
HSV	Hue: 216° Saturation: 11.9% Value: 32.94%
HSL	hsl(216, 6, 31)
CMYK	Cyan: 11.9 Magenta: 7.14 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 67.06
YIQ	Y: 77.488 I: -4.312 Q: 1.021
XYZ	X: 7.148 Y: 7.545 Z: 9.465
CIE Lab	L:33.016 a:-0.224 b:-4.086
CIE Luv	L:33.016 u:-2.391 v:-5.038
Decimal	4869716
Hunter Lab	27.467, -1.615, -1.203