Behr Queen'S Violet S110-3
| Code: | S110-3 |
| Name: | Queen'S Violet |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Queen'S Violet?
Immerse your space in the regal charm of Queen's Violet, brought to life with Behr S110-3. This captivating hue blends sophistication with warmth,, creating an ambiance that is both elegant and inviting. Ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, or home offices, Queen's Violet adds a touch of luxury and serenity to any room. Pair it with light, neutral tones for a harmonious contrast, or with metallic accents for a touch of glamour. Let Behr S110-3 reign supreme in your home and transform your space into a sanctuary fit for royalty.
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What are Behr Queen'S Violet undertones?
The undertone of Queen'S Violet can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#CDB9C4
RGB code:
205, 185, 196
Is Behr Queen'S Violet S110-3 cool or warm?
With a hue of 327° thisPurplerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
S110-3 Queen'S Violet HSL code: 327, 17%, 76%
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.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm purple shades add a rich and luxurious feel to a room, creating a sense of depth and warmth, ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and dining areas.
- Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.
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 Queen'S Violet
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 Purple shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Queen'S Violet:
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
S110-3
Queen'S Violet
Darker shades
S110-3
Queen'S Violet
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 Queen'S Violet with a purple hue, complementary colors are those with a yellow hue close to 147, such as Behr Mountain Falls and Congo.
LRV of Queen'S Violet
Queen'S Violet has an LRV of 52.83% 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 52.83%, 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 | #cdb9c4 | |
| RGB Decimal | 205, 185, 196 | |
| RGB Percent | 80.39%, 72.55%, 76.86% | |
| HSV | Hue: 327° Saturation: 9.76% Value: 80.39% | |
| HSL | hsl(327, 17, 76) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 9.76 Yellow: 4.39 Key: 19.61 | |
| YIQ | Y: 192.234 I: 8.383 Q: 7.654 | |
| XYZ | X: 52.488 Y: 51.663 Z: 59.417 | |
| CIE Lab | L:77.079 a:9.01 b:-2.954 | |
| CIE Luv | L:77.079 u:10.946 v:-6.008 | |
| Decimal | 13482436 | |
| Hunter Lab | 71.877, 4.563, 1.302 |
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