Is Behr Reef Blue S490-3 cool or warm?

Behr S490-3 Reef Blue is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

What are Behr Reef Blue undertones?

Blue is Behr Reef Blue undertone color.

What is the HEX code for Behr Reef Blue?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Reef Blue undertone is #93bdcf .

What is the RGB code of Behr Reef Blue?

RGB code is 147, 189, 207 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Behr Reef Blue S490-3

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What are Behr Reef Blue undertones?
Is Reef Blue S490-3 cool or warm?
How light temperature affects on Reef Blue
Monochromatic color scheme
Complementary color scheme
Color comparison and matching
LRV of Reef Blue S490-3
Color codes
Color equivalents

Code:	S490-3
Name:	Reef Blue
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Reef Blue?

Immerse yourself in the serenity of Behr Reef Blue, a tranquil hue that effortlessly echoes the depths of the ocean. This captivating color S490-3 brings a sense of calm and relaxation to any space it graces, making it an ideal choice for bedrooms, home offices, or even living rooms. Pair it with crisp whites and sandy neutrals for a coastal-inspired retreat, or with bold accents for a more vibrant look. Whether you're seeking a peaceful sanctuary or a rejuvenating escape, Reef Blue S490-3 is the perfect choice to infuse your room with a touch of soothing elegance.

Behr Reef Blue reviews (23 photos)

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Reef Blue:

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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Reef Blue

Darker shades

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Reef Blue

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 Reef Blue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 18, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.

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LRV of Reef Blue

Reef Blue has an LRV of 44.86% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident light. Why LRV is important?

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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 44.86%, 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

We have collected almost every possible color code you could ever need.

Format	Code
HEX	#93bdcf
RGB Decimal	147, 189, 207
RGB Percent	57.65%, 74.12%, 81.18%
HSV	Hue: 198° Saturation: 28.99% Value: 81.18%
HSL	hsl(198, 38, 69)
CMYK	Cyan: 28.99 Magenta: 8.7 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 18.82
YIQ	Y: 178.494 I: -30.812 Q: -3.283
XYZ	X: 41.488 Y: 47.101 Z: 65.92
CIE Lab	L:74.255 a:-9.743 b:-13.582
CIE Luv	L:74.255 u:-21.594 v:-19.419
Decimal	9682383
Hunter Lab	68.63, -12.196, -8.907

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