Behr Retro Avocado PPU9-03

Code:PPU9-03
Name:Retro Avocado
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Retro Avocado?

Bring a touch of nostalgia to your space with Behr PPU9-03 Retro Avocado. This warm and vintage-inspired color evokes a sense of comfort and style, making it perfect for a cozy living room or kitchen. Pair Retro Avocado with soft neutrals like Behr PPU18-09 Sailor's Coat, crisp whites like Behr PPU12-07 Carriage Door, or earthy tones like Behr PPU7-09 Tavern Taupe for a harmonious and inviting look. Whether used as an accent or a main color, Retro Avocado adds a unique charm that will transform any room into a retro haven.

What are Behr Retro Avocado undertones?

The undertone of Retro Avocado 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#958D45

RGB code:

149, 141, 69

Is Behr Retro Avocado PPU9-03 cool or warm?

warm
Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 54° this Green refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU9-03 Retro Avocado HSL code: 54, 37%, 43%

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 green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.

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.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Retro Avocado:

Monochromatic color scheme

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 decor, it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

Complementary color scheme

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.

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