Behr Proper Temperature M310-2

What are Behr Proper Temperature undertones?

The undertone of Proper Temperature can be accurately described as a Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

Is Behr Proper Temperature M310-2 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 47° thisYellowrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

M310-2 Proper Temperature HSL code: 47, 51%, 85%

• Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
• Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
• Warm yellow shades bring a sunny and cheerful atmosphere to a space, making it feel lively and welcoming, perfect for kitchens, living rooms, and play areas.
• 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

How light temperature affects Proper Temperature

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:

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:

4000K

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Proper Temperature:

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

M310-2
Proper Temperature

• GR-W13
  Polished Marble

  

• M330-1
  Chanoyu

  

• PPU7-15
  Ivory Lace

  

• 710C-2
  Raffia Cream

  

• 22
  Navajo White

  

Darker shades

M310-2
Proper Temperature

• MQ3-42
  Honey Mist

  

• M310-3
  Champagne Cocktail

  

• P350-4
  Spring Grass

  

• PPU8-11
  Mojito

  

• PPU8-13
  Lemon Balm

  

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 Proper Temperature with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 227, such as Behr Secret Society and Tranquil Pond.

M310-2
Proper Temperature

• MQ5-10
  Secret Society

  

• PPU15-07
  Tranquil Pond

  

• PPU15-11
  Great Falls

  

• S550-1
  Blueberry Whip

  

• S550-3
  Chivalrous

  

• PPU15-19
  Black Sapphire

  

• S560-5
  Royal Fortune

  

LRV of Proper Temperature

Proper Temperature has an LRV of 77.47% and refers to Off‑White colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#ede5c7
RGB Decimal	237, 229, 199
RGB Percent	92.94%, 89.80%, 78.04%
HSV	Hue: 47° Saturation: 16.03% Value: 92.94%
HSL	hsl(47, 51, 85)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 3.38 Yellow: 16.03 Key: 7.06
YIQ	Y: 227.972 I: 14.408 Q: -7.644
XYZ	X: 73.252 Y: 78.168 Z: 65.246
CIE Lab	L:90.856 a:-2.168 b:15.62
CIE Luv	L:90.856 u:6.407 v:23.27
Decimal	15590855
Hunter Lab	88.413, -6.831, 18.134