Behr Raspberry Crush M120-7
| Code: | M120-7 |
| Name: | Raspberry Crush |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Raspberry Crush?
The vibrant hue of Behr M120-7 Raspberry Crush adds a bold and energetic touch to any space. This striking shade pairs beautifully with soft and neutral tones such as eggshell white and sandy beige, creating a harmonious contrast. Complementing the Raspberry Crush's intensity, accents in a calming robin's egg blue or a warm caramel brown can help to balance and enhance the overall ambiance of the room. Embracing this dynamic color can evoke a sense of playfulness and sophistication in any interior design scheme.
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What are Behr Raspberry Crush undertones?
The undertone of Raspberry Crush 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#875169
RGB code:
135, 81, 105
Is Behr Raspberry Crush M120-7 cool or warm?
With a hue of 333° thisdark purplerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
M120-7 Raspberry Crush HSL code: 333, 25%, 42%
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 pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
- Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.
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 Raspberry Crush
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 dark purple shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Raspberry Crush:
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
M120-7
Raspberry Crush
Darker shades
M120-7
Raspberry Crush
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 Raspberry Crush with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 153, such as Behr Congo and Forest Edge.
LRV of Raspberry Crush
Raspberry Crush has an LRV of 12.87% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 12.87%, 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 | #875169 | |
| RGB Decimal | 135, 81, 105 | |
| RGB Percent | 52.94%, 31.76%, 41.18% | |
| HSV | Hue: 333° Saturation: 40.0% Value: 52.94% | |
| HSL | hsl(333, 25, 42) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 40.0 Yellow: 22.22 Key: 47.06 | |
| YIQ | Y: 99.882 I: 24.466 Q: 18.892 | |
| XYZ | X: 15.484 Y: 12.057 Z: 14.872 | |
| CIE Lab | L:41.306 a:26.068 b:-4.197 | |
| CIE Luv | L:41.306 u:31.793 v:-9.664 | |
| Decimal | 8868201 | |
| Hunter Lab | 34.723, 18.834, -1.089 |
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