Behr Promise Keeping P530-2
| Code: | P530-2 |
| Name: | Promise Keeping |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Promise Keeping?
The soft and serene hue of Behr Promise Keeping (P530-2) evokes a feeling of tranquility, making it an ideal choice for creating a calming atmosphere in any space. This versatile color pairs beautifully with crisp whites and gentle neutrals to create a harmonious and elegant look. Complementing Promise Keeping (P530-2) with accents in shades of warm taupe or muted sage can add depth and sophistication to the overall color scheme. Whether used as a main wall color or as an accent, Promise Keeping (P530-2) is sure to bring a sense of peace and serenity to your interior design.
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What are Behr Promise Keeping undertones?
The undertone of Promise Keeping 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#AFC7E8
RGB code:
175, 199, 232
Is Behr Promise Keeping P530-2 cool or warm?
With a hue of 215° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
P530-2 Promise Keeping HSL code: 215, 55%, 80%
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 Promise Keeping
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 Promise Keeping:
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 Promise Keeping with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 35, such as Behr Coffee With Cream and Chocolate Swirl.
LRV of Promise Keeping
Promise Keeping has an LRV of 54.9% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half 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 54.9%, 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 | #afc7e8 | |
| RGB Decimal | 175, 199, 232 | |
| RGB Percent | 68.63%, 78.04%, 90.98% | |
| HSV | Hue: 215° Saturation: 24.57% Value: 90.98% | |
| HSL | hsl(215, 55, 80) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 24.57 Magenta: 14.22 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 9.02 | |
| YIQ | Y: 195.586 I: -24.906 Q: 5.193 | |
| XYZ | X: 52.663 Y: 55.785 Z: 84.315 | |
| CIE Lab | L:79.491 a:-0.932 b:-19.018 | |
| CIE Luv | L:79.491 u:-13.892 v:-29.81 | |
| Decimal | 11519976 | |
| Hunter Lab | 74.69, -4.848, -14.648 |
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