Behr Refreshing Tea PPU8-12
| Code: | PPU8-12 |
| Name: | Refreshing Tea |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Refreshing Tea?
Elevate your space with Behr Refreshing Tea (PPU8-12), a serene and inviting blend of soft green tones that evoke a sense of tranquility and freshness. This versatile color pairs beautifully with crisp whites, warm neutrals like Behr Interaction (M350-3), and subtle grays such as Behr Silver City (MQ2-59). Whether used as an accent or as the main hue, Refreshing Tea adds a touch of elegance and charm to any room. Create a harmonious look by combining Refreshing Tea with natural wood accents and metallic finishes for a modern, yet cozy feel. Experience the calming vibe of Refreshing Tea and transform your space into a stylish sanctuary.
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What are Behr Refreshing Tea undertones?
The undertone of Refreshing Tea 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
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HEX value
HEX value:
#EBDDA6
RGB code:
235, 221, 166
Is Behr Refreshing Tea PPU8-12 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 48° thisYellowrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
PPU8-12 Refreshing Tea HSL code: 48, 63%, 79%
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 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.
- 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
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 Refreshing Tea
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 Yellow shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Refreshing Tea:
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
PPU8-12
Refreshing Tea
Darker shades
PPU8-12
Refreshing Tea
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 Refreshing Tea with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 228, such as Behr Mystery and Dancing Mist.
LRV of Refreshing Tea
Refreshing Tea has an LRV of 70.65% and refers to Light colors that reflect most 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 70.65%, 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 | #ebdda6 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 235, 221, 166 | |
| RGB Percent | 92.16%, 86.67%, 65.10% | |
| HSV | Hue: 48° Saturation: 29.36% Value: 92.16% | |
| HSL | hsl(48, 63, 79) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 5.96 Yellow: 29.36 Key: 7.84 | |
| YIQ | Y: 218.916 I: 26.017 Q: -14.154 | |
| XYZ | X: 67.0 Y: 72.13 Z: 46.459 | |
| CIE Lab | L:88.031 a:-3.421 b:28.796 | |
| CIE Luv | L:88.031 u:11.653 v:40.683 | |
| Decimal | 15457702 | |
| Hunter Lab | 84.929, -7.809, 27.017 | |
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