Behr Prairie Sky S510-1
| Code: | S510-1 |
| Name: | Prairie Sky |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Prairie Sky?
Introducing Behr Prairie Sky, a soft and serene hue that evokes a sense of tranquility in any space. This ethereal light blue color can be beautifully complemented by accents in Behr S510-6 Waterscape and Behr S510-4 Billowing Cloud. Imagine pairing Prairie Sky with natural wood tones and crisp white furnishings to create a harmonious and refreshing atmosphere in your home. In a room adorned with Prairie Sky, touches of Behr S510-5 Silent Ripple or Behr S510-7 Blue Reflection can further enhance the soothing ambiance.
Behr Prairie Sky reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
Try before you buy
100% accurate
reusable paint samples
Peel, stick,
and repeat
Twice painted
with real paint
Next day
delivery
What are Behr Prairie Sky undertones?
The undertone of Prairie Sky 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
R
G
B
HEX value
HEX value:
#C6D7E0
RGB code:
198, 215, 224
Is Behr Prairie Sky S510-1 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 201° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
S510-1 Prairie Sky HSL code: 201, 30%, 83%
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 blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.
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 Prairie Sky
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 Blue shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Prairie Sky:
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
S510-1
Prairie Sky
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 Prairie Sky with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 21, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.
LRV of Prairie Sky
Prairie Sky has an LRV of 64.99% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 64.99%, 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
We have collected almost every possible color code you could ever need. To copy the code, just click the icon to the right of it.
| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #c6d7e0 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 198, 215, 224 | |
| RGB Percent | 77.65%, 84.31%, 87.84% | |
| HSV | Hue: 201° Saturation: 11.61% Value: 87.84% | |
| HSL | hsl(201, 30, 83) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 11.61 Magenta: 4.02 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 12.16 | |
| YIQ | Y: 210.943 I: -13.022 Q: -0.795 | |
| XYZ | X: 61.04 Y: 65.987 Z: 80.022 | |
| CIE Lab | L:84.99 a:-3.921 b:-6.366 | |
| CIE Luv | L:84.99 u:-9.617 v:-9.155 | |
| Decimal | 13031392 | |
| Hunter Lab | 81.233, -8.029, -1.543 | |
Color equivalents
SW 9144
Moonmist
Sherwin Williams
M510-1
Blue Me Away
Behr
834
Bright and Early
Benjamin Moore
SW 6806
Rhythmic Blue
Sherwin Williams
SW 6526
Icelandic
Sherwin Williams
S500-1
Distant Shore
Behr
806
Breath of Fresh Air
Benjamin Moore
SW 6512
Balmy
Sherwin Williams
807
Soft Sky
Benjamin Moore
CSP-545
Sheer Bliss
Benjamin Moore
1661
Heaven on Earth
Benjamin Moore
MQ3-24
Celestial Light
Behr
827
Lake Placid
Benjamin Moore
S520-1
Pale Cornflower
Behr
S470-1
Cloudy Sky
Behr
MQ3-53
Sky Light View
Behr
1674
Polar Sky
Benjamin Moore
835
Grand Rapids
Benjamin Moore
2128-60
Beacon Gray
Benjamin Moore
SW 6533
Mild Blue
Sherwin Williams
