Behr Rialto MQ1-05
| Code: | MQ1-05 |
| Name: | Rialto |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Rialto?
Behr's MQ1-05 Rialto is a sophisticated and warm taupe that adds a touch of elegance to any space. This timeless hue pairs beautifully with accents in shades like MQ3-45 Great Falls or MQ2-22 Aqua Rapids, creating a harmonious and stylish color palette. Rich woods, creamy whites, and soft greys complement Rialto's warmth, making it versatile for both modern and traditional interiors. Embrace the warmth and richness of Behr's Rialto to elevate your space with a touch of refined charm.
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What are Behr Rialto undertones?
Rialto has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#914D57
RGB code:
145, 77, 87
Is Behr Rialto MQ1-05 cool or warm?
warm
cool
At 351° on the HSL hue wheel, this dark red sits firmly on the warm side.
MQ1-05 Rialto HSL code: 351, 31%, 44%
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.
How light temperature affects Rialto
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 red shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Rialto:
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
MQ1-05
Rialto
Darker shades
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 Rialto with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 171, such as Behr Forest Edge and Longmeadow.
LRV of Rialto
Rialto has an LRV of 12.5% 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 12.5%, 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 | #914d57 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 145, 77, 87 | |
| RGB Percent | 56.86%, 30.20%, 34.12% | |
| HSV | Hue: 351° Saturation: 46.9% Value: 56.86% | |
| HSL | hsl(351, 31, 44) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 46.9 Yellow: 40.0 Key: 43.14 | |
| YIQ | Y: 98.472 I: 37.308 Q: 17.496 | |
| XYZ | X: 16.052 Y: 12.017 Z: 10.488 | |
| CIE Lab | L:41.243 a:29.637 b:7.014 | |
| CIE Luv | L:41.243 u:45.066 v:3.482 | |
| Decimal | 9522519 | |
| Hunter Lab | 34.666, 21.989, 6.327 | |
Behr MQ1-05 Rialto
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