Behr Pumpkin Cream PPU3-09
| Code: | PPU3-09 |
| Name: | Pumpkin Cream |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Pumpkin Cream?
The warm and inviting shade Pumpkin Cream (PPU3-09) by Behr adds a cozy touch to any interior space. This versatile color pairs beautifully with earthy tones such as soft taupe, deep olive green, and rich espresso. Complement Pumpkin Cream with accents in muted coral, dusty rose, or pale sage for a harmonious and balanced look. Incorporate natural textures like woven jute, weathered wood, and polished brass to enhance the warmth of Pumpkin Cream in your decor scheme. Whether used as a wall color or in furniture accents, Pumpkin Cream brings a subtle sophistication to any room.
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What are Behr Pumpkin Cream undertones?
Pumpkin Cream has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#DBBA9D
RGB code:
219, 186, 157
Is Behr Pumpkin Cream PPU3-09 cool or warm?
warm
cool
At 28° on the HSL hue wheel, this Beige sits firmly on the warm side.
PPU3-09 Pumpkin Cream HSL code: 28, 46%, 74%
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.
How light temperature affects Pumpkin Cream
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 Beige shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Pumpkin Cream:
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
PPU3-09
Pumpkin Cream
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 Pumpkin Cream with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 208, such as Behr Nor'Wester and Absolute Zero.
LRV of Pumpkin Cream
Pumpkin Cream has an LRV of 53.03% 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 53.03%, 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 | #dbba9d |  |
| RGB Decimal | 219, 186, 157 | |
| RGB Percent | 85.88%, 72.94%, 61.57% | |
| HSV | Hue: 28° Saturation: 28.31% Value: 85.88% | |
| HSL | hsl(28, 46, 74) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 15.07 Yellow: 28.31 Key: 14.12 | |
| YIQ | Y: 192.561 I: 28.984 Q: -2.044 | |
| XYZ | X: 52.858 Y: 52.614 Z: 39.26 | |
| CIE Lab | L:77.647 a:7.527 b:19.108 | |
| CIE Luv | L:77.647 u:22.648 v:25.233 | |
| Decimal | 14400157 | |
| Hunter Lab | 72.536, 3.139, 18.684 | |
Behr PPU3-09 Pumpkin Cream
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